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M47 XWS

1994 Rover MG

Green Petrol 3940cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,950 mi
Last recorded5,950 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 1994 Rover MG11,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM47 XWS
MakeRover
ModelMG
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,940cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 5,950 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 5,625 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 5,625 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 5,139 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 4,366 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 3,246 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both wiper blades split

Pass 12 Apr 2006 3,000 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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M47 XWS is a 1994 Rover MG in Green with a 3,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M47 XWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M47 XWS registered?

M47 XWS is a 1994 Rover MG, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M47 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M47 XWS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M47 XWS have outstanding finance?

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