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M981 XRE

1995 Rover 418

Silver Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

138,859 mi
Last recorded138,859 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM981 XRE
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2011 138,859 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 138,859 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 123,301 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Apr 2010 123,301 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 126,837 miles

Advise:brake pedal rubber worn & split

Advise:chips in windscreen

Advise:no.plate cracked through lettering

Advise:oil leaks

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 126,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Advise:brake pedal rubber worn & split

Advise:chips in windscreen

Advise:no.plate cracked through lettering

Advise:oil leaks

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2008 121,711 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 121,711 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 113,942 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 113,942 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 105,970 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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M981 XRE is a 1995 Rover 418 in Silver with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M981 XRE, 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

How do I check the history of M981 XRE?

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What year was M981 XRE registered?

M981 XRE is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M981 XRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M981 XRE shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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