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J206 RTA

1992 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,024 mi
Last recorded80,024 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 1992 Rover 21697,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ206 RTA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 80,024 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 80,007 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 78,688 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 77,190 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 75,892 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 74,534 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 73,060 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 71,044 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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J206 RTA is a 1992 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1992 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 97,554 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 J206 RTA, 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 34 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J206 RTA registered?

J206 RTA is a 1992 Rover 216, first registered on 17 April 1992.

Is J206 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J206 RTA shows 8 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.

Does J206 RTA have outstanding finance?

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