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G960 HSF

1990 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

151,031 mi
Last recorded151,031 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover 21696,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG960 HSF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 151,031 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 136,457 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 120,944 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 100,639 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 85,875 miles

All brake pipes at flexis covered in grease

Pass 8 Jan 2021 67,865 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gear box seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 51,867 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 51,867 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,288 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 42,792 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 42,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 42,196 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 42,196 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 40,771 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 38,635 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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G960 HSF is a 1990 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G960 HSF, 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.

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What year was G960 HSF registered?

G960 HSF is a 1990 Rover 216, first registered on 8 May 1990.

Is G960 HSF safe to buy?

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