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N195 DME

1996 Rover 400

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141,197 mi
Last recorded141,197 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2005
Typical for 1996 Rover 40069,858 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN195 DME
MakeRover
Model400
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2005 141,197 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 141,100 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Rover 400?

Based on 1,554 MOT tests across 281 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
5,605
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 115
Brake pipe excessively corroded 107
constant velocity joint gaiter split 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image 68
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N195 DME is a 1996 Rover 400 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Rover 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 69,858 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 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N195 DME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N195 DME?

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What year was N195 DME registered?

N195 DME is a 1996 Rover 400, first registered on 22 April 1996.

Is N195 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for N195 DME shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N195 DME have outstanding finance?

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