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J121 JDL

1991 Rover 216I

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,669 mi
Last recorded122,669 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1991 Rover 216I112,207 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ121 JDL
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 122,669 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

drivers seat does not tilt to allow access to rear seat

slight cut in nearside rear tyre inner sidewall (not to cord)

slight play in offside rack arm

Fail 20 May 2008 122,667 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

drivers seat does not tilt to allow access to rear seat

slight cut in nearside rear tyre inner sidewall (not to cord)

slight play in offside rack arm

Pass 15 Sep 2006 119,094 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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J121 JDL is a 1991 Rover 216I in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.5% with a typical mileage of 112,207 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 J121 JDL, 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 35 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J121 JDL registered?

J121 JDL is a 1991 Rover 216I, first registered on 20 September 1991.

Is J121 JDL safe to buy?

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