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N428 XOX

1996 Rover 220

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

104,155 mi
Last recorded104,155 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 1996 Rover 220111,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN428 XOX
MakeRover
Model220
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 104,155 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 103,811 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust emits slight blue smoke

Pass 22 Jun 2010 103,187 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 103,187 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 100,951 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 97,985 miles

minor pin holes in front exhaust

oil leaks engine and box

osf tyre worn on edge outside prescribed area

Fail 7 May 2008 97,985 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

minor pin holes in front exhaust

oil leaks engine and box

osf tyre worn on edge outside prescribed area

osr seatbelt cover insecure

Pass 4 May 2007 90,714 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 90,714 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2006 84,671 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 4 May 2006 84,671 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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N428 XOX is a 1996 Rover 220 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 111,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N428 XOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N428 XOX registered?

N428 XOX is a 1996 Rover 220, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N428 XOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N428 XOX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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