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N654 ESR

1996 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,783 mi
Last recorded170,783 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Rover 220111,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN654 ESR
MakeRover
Model220
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2006 170,783 miles

handbrake long in operation †front brake pads low †nearside front mirror glass broken

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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N654 ESR is a 1996 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N654 ESR, 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.

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What year was N654 ESR registered?

N654 ESR is a 1996 Rover 220, first registered on 28 May 1996.

Is N654 ESR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N654 ESR shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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