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OKZ 9601

1996 Rover 418

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,664 mi
Last recorded176,664 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Rover 418121,269 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKZ 9601
MakeRover
Model418
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2009 176,664 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 164,971 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear arm bushs deteriorating

sills painted

Fail 4 Jul 2008 164,953 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

rear arm bushs deteriorated..o/s POOR

sills fershly painted

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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OKZ 9601 is a 1996 Rover 418 in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 121,269 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 OKZ 9601, 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 30 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 OKZ 9601?

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What year was OKZ 9601 registered?

OKZ 9601 is a 1996 Rover 418, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is OKZ 9601 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKZ 9601 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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