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H218 XYV

1990 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,595 mi
Last recorded101,595 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 1990 Rover 21696,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH218 XYV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 101,595 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 87,641 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 80,941 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 80,719 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 79,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 78,322 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 78,322 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 76,799 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 74,384 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 72,546 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 72,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 71,025 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 69,384 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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H218 XYV is a 1990 Rover 216 in Grey 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 H218 XYV, 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

How do I check the history of H218 XYV?

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What year was H218 XYV registered?

H218 XYV is a 1990 Rover 216, first registered on 24 October 1990.

Is H218 XYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H218 XYV 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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