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G887 NGN

1989 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,549 mi
Last recorded39,549 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 1989 Rover 21676,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG887 NGN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2022 39,549 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust corroding

Front Discs pitted

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Anti roll bar mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Sign of coolant leak

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S & O/S Front and rear tyres perishing -- Recommend early replacement on O/S/F (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone-chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 39,484 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 39,247 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 38,988 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 38,573 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,025 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 37,488 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 36,975 miles

Exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,290 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 35,321 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 34,261 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 33,774 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 33,132 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 32,684 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 32,684 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 32,135 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,730 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 30,979 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 30,019 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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G887 NGN is a 1989 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 G887 NGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G887 NGN registered?

G887 NGN is a 1989 Rover 216, first registered on 30 November 1989.

Is G887 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G887 NGN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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