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F355 XUY

1989 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,463 mi
Last recorded149,463 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 Rover 21676,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF355 XUY
MakeRover
Model216
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2014 149,463 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 146,750 miles

Oil leak

rearwheel wheel arches rusted

Pass 4 Apr 2012 144,904 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 142,517 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 139,712 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 136,984 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 133,636 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 129,016 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 124,260 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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F355 XUY is a 1989 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 76,314 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 F355 XUY, 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 37 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 F355 XUY?

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What year was F355 XUY registered?

F355 XUY is a 1989 Rover 216, first registered on 17 July 1989.

Is F355 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F355 XUY shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F355 XUY have outstanding finance?

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