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G48 MGP

1989 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,278 mi
Last recorded67,278 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2006
Typical for 1989 Rover 21676,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG48 MGP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2006 67,278 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside rear brake slightly binding

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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G48 MGP is a 1989 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 G48 MGP, 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.

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What year was G48 MGP registered?

G48 MGP is a 1989 Rover 216, first registered on 9 November 1989.

Is G48 MGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G48 MGP shows 1 test 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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