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M418 ROE

1995 Rover 418

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

67,981 mi
Last recorded67,981 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM418 ROE
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2018 67,981 miles

Offside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (trim side) (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 67,766 miles

Front registration plate insecure fell off during test (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both beam patterns similar to main beam pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Outer Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (trim side) (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 60,409 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 53,960 miles

cannot clearly see some brake pads to fully assess wear

coolant warning light on

Fail 15 Apr 2016 53,528 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc also leaking grease onto brake calliper etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

cannot clearly see some brake pads to fully assess wear

coolant warning light on

Pass 22 Apr 2015 50,541 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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

coolant warning light on

rear foot brake effort slightly low advise may require adjustment or repair

Pass 1 May 2014 49,332 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 49,231 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 46,418 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2011 43,874 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 43,874 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2010 42,634 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 39,310 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 36,196 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 36,196 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 32,223 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 29,676 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 27,836 miles

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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M418 ROE is a 1995 Rover 418 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 M418 ROE, 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.

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What year was M418 ROE registered?

M418 ROE is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 4 May 1995.

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