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F934 XAV

1988 Rover 216I

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,737 mi
Last recorded86,737 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2007
Typical for 1988 Rover 216I49,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF934 XAV
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2007 86,737 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 86,737 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 86,564 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 86,564 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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F934 XAV is a 1988 Rover 216I in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 49,587 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 F934 XAV, 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 38 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 F934 XAV?

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What year was F934 XAV registered?

F934 XAV is a 1988 Rover 216I, first registered on 27 September 1988.

Is F934 XAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F934 XAV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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