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P531 UEE

1997 Rover 418

Silver Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,040 mi
Last recorded142,040 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 418114,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 UEE
MakeRover
Model418
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 142,040 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 142,040 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 129,810 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 121,750 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 112,807 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 108,655 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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P531 UEE is a 1997 Rover 418 in Silver with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Rover 418 models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.6% with a typical mileage of 114,812 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 P531 UEE, 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 29 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 P531 UEE registered?

P531 UEE is a 1997 Rover 418, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P531 UEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P531 UEE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P531 UEE have outstanding finance?

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