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AS 3417

1993 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,313 mi
Last recorded115,313 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAS 3417
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 115,313 miles

exhaust corroding f/pads wearing thin coil springs corroding

Pass 2 Aug 2024 114,792 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 114,197 miles

o/s sill exhaust

Pass 1 Jul 2022 113,401 miles

o/s sill o/s cv boot

Pass 16 Jun 2021 111,216 miles

o/s sill weak

Fail 15 Jun 2021 111,216 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mtg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

o/s sill weak

Pass 3 Jul 2020 108,085 miles

o/s sill weak cv/boots

Fail 3 Jul 2020 108,085 miles

o/s sill weak cv/boots

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 104,427 miles

cv boots deteriorating o/s sill weak

Pass 5 Jul 2018 101,013 miles

o/s sill weak

Fail 20 Jun 2018 101,013 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

o/s sill weak

Pass 26 Jun 2017 94,359 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 82,686 miles

front tyres

Pass 15 Jun 2015 77,986 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 74,662 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 73,918 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 73,793 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 73,497 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 73,132 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 72,800 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 72,566 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 72,201 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 71,969 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216?

Based on 445,477 MOT tests across 71,812 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,841
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
71,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,447
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,363
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 15,921
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,300
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AS 3417 is a 1993 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1993 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AS 3417, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AS 3417?

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What year was AS 3417 registered?

AS 3417 is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 23 April 1993.

Is AS 3417 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AS 3417 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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