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P498 EOJ

1996 Rover 418

Green Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,393 mi
Last recorded158,393 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover 418121,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP498 EOJ
MakeRover
Model418
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2008 158,393 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 146,852 miles

n/s/r suspension arm mounting bush bonding splitting

rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 7 Sep 2006 133,656 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 133,656 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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P498 EOJ is a 1996 Rover 418 in Green with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P498 EOJ, 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

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What year was P498 EOJ registered?

P498 EOJ is a 1996 Rover 418, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P498 EOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P498 EOJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P498 EOJ have outstanding finance?

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