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H939 VCX

1990 Rover 216I

Bronze Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,828 mi
Last recorded77,828 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 1990 Rover 216I110,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH939 VCX
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1990
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 77,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 71,387 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 66,925 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 60,991 miles

various suspension bushes worn and cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2015 58,455 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 58,134 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 57,703 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 56,981 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 56,336 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 56,336 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 55,148 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 53,041 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 53,041 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 51,985 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 50,186 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 48,169 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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H939 VCX is a 1990 Rover 216I in Bronze with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 110,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H939 VCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H939 VCX?

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What year was H939 VCX registered?

H939 VCX is a 1990 Rover 216I, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is H939 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H939 VCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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