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C199 TMX

1986 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,358 mi
Last recorded61,358 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1986 Rover 216I46,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC199 TMX
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 61,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 58,090 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 57,232 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 57,232 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 55,815 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 55,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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C199 TMX is a 1986 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 46,794 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 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C199 TMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 40 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C199 TMX?

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What year was C199 TMX registered?

C199 TMX is a 1986 Rover 216I, first registered on 25 March 1986.

Is C199 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C199 TMX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C199 TMX have outstanding finance?

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