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H836 ATC

1990 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

255,300 mi
Last recorded255,300 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Rover 21696,413 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH836 ATC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 255,300 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 253,662 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 253,435 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 252,806 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 252,893 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 249,908 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 246,259 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 243,007 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 238,903 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 234,179 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 229,789 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2014 226,293 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 223,828 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 218,462 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 213,026 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 208,310 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 201,720 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 191,739 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 180,407 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 171,605 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 161,756 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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H836 ATC is a 1990 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H836 ATC, 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 H836 ATC?

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What year was H836 ATC registered?

H836 ATC is a 1990 Rover 216, first registered on 12 October 1990.

Is H836 ATC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H836 ATC shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H836 ATC have outstanding finance?

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