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F309 VBV

1988 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

74,795 mi
Last recorded74,795 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 1988 Rover 21663,718 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF309 VBV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 74,795 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 71,819 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 68,460 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 64,398 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 60,176 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 156,138 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 56,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 51,390 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 47,043 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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F309 VBV is a 1988 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F309 VBV, 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 F309 VBV registered?

F309 VBV is a 1988 Rover 216, first registered on 14 December 1988.

Is F309 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F309 VBV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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