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M407 UHG

1995 Rover 418

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

199,398 mi
Last recorded199,398 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM407 UHG
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 199,398 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

clutch starting to slip

engine oil leaks

n/s/f of windscreen delaminating and discolored but not effecting view of road

o/s/r tyre wearing slightly low on inner edge cracking slightly

very slight end float in steering rack ends both sides

Fail 14 Jul 2014 199,398 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clutch starting to slip

engine oil leaks

n/s/f of windscreen delaminating and discolored but not effecting view of road

o/s/r tyre wearing slightly low on inner edge cracking slightly

very slight end float in steering rack ends both sides

Pass 1 Jul 2013 198,120 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

clutch slipping

o/s/f tyre wearing slightly low on inner edge

o/s/r tyre cracking in tread

Pass 21 Jun 2012 194,199 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear traileing arm bushes cracking

o/s/r tyre low on tread

rear lower engine rubber bush mount starting to perish

Fail 20 Jun 2012 194,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both rear traileing arm bushes cracking

o/s/r tyre low on tread

rear lower engine rubber bush mount starting to perish

Pass 14 Jun 2011 184,457 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear trailing arm bushes parished but not resulting in excessive movement

Fail 14 Jun 2011 184,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear trailing arm bushes parished but not resulting in excessive movement

Pass 22 Jun 2010 174,744 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

Pass 8 Jun 2009 168,572 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 155,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 142,083 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 128,373 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 128,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Rover 418?

Based on 44,803 MOT tests across 9,538 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
5,608
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
9,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 4,476
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,183
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,072
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,405
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,739
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M407 UHG is a 1995 Rover 418 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 123,952 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 418 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 4,476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M407 UHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 418 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M407 UHG registered?

M407 UHG is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 20 February 1995.

Is M407 UHG safe to buy?

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