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G903 GAJ

1990 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,887 mi
Last recorded49,887 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1990 Rover 21696,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG903 GAJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 49,887 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 47,926 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 44,300 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 39,525 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 35,548 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 35,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 34,270 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 34,270 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 33,669 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 33,137 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 32,760 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 32,670 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2005 32,292 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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G903 GAJ is a 1990 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 G903 GAJ, 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 G903 GAJ registered?

G903 GAJ is a 1990 Rover 216, first registered on 20 June 1990.

Is G903 GAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G903 GAJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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