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M166 XPP

1994 Rover MG

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

15,718 mi
Last recorded15,718 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover MG11,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM166 XPP
MakeRover
ModelMG
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 15,718 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 15,498 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 15,330 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 15,004 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,563 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 13,946 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 13,423 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 13,019 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 13,019 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,161 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 11,825 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 11,574 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 11,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 May 2013 11,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,310 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2011 11,100 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,579 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 10,579 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 10,252 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 9,868 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 9,272 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 8,674 miles

How Reliable is the Rover MG?

Based on 1,266 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 60
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 42
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 42
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37
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M166 XPP is a 1994 Rover MG in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1994 Rover MG models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 11,860 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover MG fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M166 XPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover MG typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Rover MG is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M166 XPP registered?

M166 XPP is a 1994 Rover MG, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M166 XPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M166 XPP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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