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N234 VBD

1996 Rover 218

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

152,072 mi
Last recorded152,072 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2007
Typical for 1996 Rover 218109,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN234 VBD
MakeRover
Model218
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2007 152,072 miles

Driveshaft knocking

Engine mountain knocking

N/S/F bottom ball joint rubber split

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leaks

Power steering reservoir cap missing

Rear washer not working

Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Slight play in O/S/F track control arm

Fail 28 Jul 2007 152,072 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Driveshaft knocking

Engine mountain knocking

N/S/F bottom ball joint rubber split

N/S/F strut top bearing is slightly rough in operation

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

O/S/F strut top bearing is slightly rough in operation

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leaks

Power steering reservoir cap missing

Rear washer not working

Rear wiper blade deteriorated

Slight play in O/S/F track control arm

Pass 26 Jul 2006 145,591 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 145,590 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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N234 VBD is a 1996 Rover 218 in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 109,008 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 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N234 VBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N234 VBD registered?

N234 VBD is a 1996 Rover 218, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N234 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N234 VBD shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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