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M853 BGF

1995 Rover 418

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,061 mi
Last recorded163,061 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2011
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM853 BGF
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2011 163,061 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 163,061 miles

Oil leak

rear arm bushes perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 16 May 2009 159,818 miles

oil leak

play in front susp ball joint

rear bushes slight split

screen cracked

slight rust on underside

Pass 21 May 2008 150,563 miles

n/s ball slight play

oil leak

pads part worn front

tyres worn inner edges

Pass 30 May 2007 140,562 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 140,552 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 131,223 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 122,690 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2005 122,690 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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M853 BGF is a 1995 Rover 418 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M853 BGF, 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 M853 BGF registered?

M853 BGF is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is M853 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M853 BGF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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