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E402 XDT

1988 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,245 mi
Last recorded123,245 miles
Recorded on28 May 2008
Typical for 1988 Rover 21663,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE402 XDT
MakeRover
Model216
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2008 123,245 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 120,675 miles

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

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

Some rear brake inbalance noted.

Pass 31 Mar 2006 116,806 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 116,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Previous weld repairs to both outer sill panels is noted.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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E402 XDT is a 1988 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 63,718 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 E402 XDT, 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 38 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E402 XDT registered?

E402 XDT is a 1988 Rover 216, first registered on 17 April 1988.

Is E402 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E402 XDT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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