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G722 DUY

1989 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

49,429 mi
Last recorded49,429 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover 21676,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG722 DUY
MakeRover
Model216
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 49,429 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 47,189 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 46,462 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both rear (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 44,537 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 42,500 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 39,637 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 39,637 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 35,561 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 35,561 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175 65 14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 33,626 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 33,626 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 32,471 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 28,800 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 18,192 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 18,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 16,661 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 16,644 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres are starting to perish

squeal from offside rear brakes, pads possibly worn low, unable to clearly see

Pass 4 Oct 2011 16,430 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 15,630 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 30 Sep 2009 14,635 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 13,505 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 12,110 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 12,108 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear silencer rusty/weak

Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust centre and rear sections corroded and blowing--borderline pass †

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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G722 DUY is a 1989 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 G722 DUY, 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 G722 DUY registered?

G722 DUY is a 1989 Rover 216, first registered on 20 October 1989.

Is G722 DUY safe to buy?

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