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G966 TYU

1989 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,649 mi
Last recorded52,649 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Rover 21676,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG966 TYU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2006 52,649 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

front brake pads worn uneven

movement in steeering rack

rear anti roll bar corroded

unable to check hydraulic systems fully due to rain water

Fail 13 Nov 2006 52,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

front brake pads worn uneven

movement in steering rack

rear anti roll bar corroded

unable to check hydraulic systems fully due to rain water

Pass 14 Nov 2005 52,626 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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G966 TYU is a 1989 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G966 TYU, 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 G966 TYU registered?

G966 TYU is a 1989 Rover 216, first registered on 20 October 1989.

Is G966 TYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G966 TYU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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