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H116 XTV

1991 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,298 mi
Last recorded150,298 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2009
Typical for 1991 Rover 216101,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH116 XTV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2009 150,298 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 150,298 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 143,640 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 143,638 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 141,182 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 139,866 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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H116 XTV is a 1991 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 101,672 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 H116 XTV, 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 35 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 H116 XTV registered?

H116 XTV is a 1991 Rover 216, first registered on 5 February 1991.

Is H116 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H116 XTV shows 6 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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