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M473 GNR

1994 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

105,586 mi
Last recorded105,586 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 1994 Rover 418128,060 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM473 GNR
MakeRover
Model418
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 105,586 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill and wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 21 Jun 2019 101,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OS outer sill NS outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 98,302 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2018 98,302 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill panel . (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Front wiper rubbers split . (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 96,378 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outersill and wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 93,377 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 92,458 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2014 91,146 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 90,165 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 88,475 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 85,946 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2010 83,906 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 81,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 78,308 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 76,000 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 73,518 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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M473 GNR is a 1994 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1994 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 128,060 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 M473 GNR, 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 32 years old, this Rover 418 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M473 GNR registered?

M473 GNR is a 1994 Rover 418, first registered on 5 September 1994.

Is M473 GNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M473 GNR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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