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G278 VOU

1990 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,229 mi
Last recorded50,229 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2007
Typical for 1990 Rover 21696,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG278 VOU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2007 50,229 miles

Surface corrosion of offside outer sill lower edge.

Pass 23 Jan 2006 43,576 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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G278 VOU is a 1990 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 96,413 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 G278 VOU, 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 36 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 G278 VOU registered?

G278 VOU is a 1990 Rover 216, first registered on 11 January 1990.

Is G278 VOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G278 VOU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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