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P390 HRW

1996 Rover 418

Green Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

181,550 mi
Last recorded181,550 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 418121,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP390 HRW
MakeRover
Model418
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 181,550 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 175,588 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 170,111 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 165,030 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 159,870 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 154,520 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2007 154,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2006 143,717 miles

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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P390 HRW is a 1996 Rover 418 in Green with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P390 HRW, 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 P390 HRW?

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What year was P390 HRW registered?

P390 HRW is a 1996 Rover 418, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is P390 HRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P390 HRW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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