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H470 KPH

1991 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

169,930 mi
Last recorded169,930 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover 216101,672 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH470 KPH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 169,930 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 168,537 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 166,906 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 164,963 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 164,191 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 162,942 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 161,750 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 159,220 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 157,149 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 156,530 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 155,484 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 153,773 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 152,565 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 150,261 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 150,177 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 145,447 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 139,966 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2010 139,952 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 132,820 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 123,523 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 114,797 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 106,168 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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H470 KPH is a 1991 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 H470 KPH, 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

How do I check the history of H470 KPH?

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What year was H470 KPH registered?

H470 KPH is a 1991 Rover 216, first registered on 22 May 1991.

Is H470 KPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H470 KPH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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