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M948 XTP

1994 Rover 218

Grey Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,580 mi
Last recorded130,580 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1994 Rover 218121,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM948 XTP
MakeRover
Model218
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 130,580 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 123,519 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 115,158 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 108,111 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 108,111 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 101,300 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2012 101,299 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2012 94,345 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 90,049 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 82,052 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 74,585 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 70,863 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 67,353 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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M948 XTP is a 1994 Rover 218 in Grey with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1994 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 121,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M948 XTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M948 XTP registered?

M948 XTP is a 1994 Rover 218, first registered on 30 September 1994.

Is M948 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M948 XTP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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