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G871 HOX

1990 Rover 216I

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,649 mi
Last recorded68,649 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover 216I110,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG871 HOX
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 68,649 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 68,241 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 67,810 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 67,504 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 66,433 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 65,477 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 65,297 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 64,691 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 63,826 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 61,131 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 58,586 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 56,364 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 56,364 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 48,732 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 48,732 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 41,592 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 41,578 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 39,784 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 37,923 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 37,923 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 36,049 miles

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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G871 HOX is a 1990 Rover 216I in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1990 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 110,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G871 HOX, 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 36 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G871 HOX registered?

G871 HOX is a 1990 Rover 216I, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G871 HOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G871 HOX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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