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N551 SAC

1995 Rover 418

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,389 mi
Last recorded154,389 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1995 Rover 418123,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN551 SAC
MakeRover
Model418
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 154,389 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 154,308 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2007 147,452 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 141,032 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 134,720 miles

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

fuel tank rusty

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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N551 SAC is a 1995 Rover 418 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N551 SAC, 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 N551 SAC registered?

N551 SAC is a 1995 Rover 418, first registered on 8 December 1995.

Is N551 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N551 SAC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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