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J218 UOX

1992 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,179 mi
Last recorded46,179 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1992 Rover 21697,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ218 UOX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 46,179 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 43,536 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,166 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 39,342 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 39,337 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Advise replace nearside rear semi-trailing arm centre void bush.

Pass 29 Mar 2006 37,934 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 37,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Advise replace offside front indicator lens.

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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J218 UOX is a 1992 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J218 UOX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J218 UOX?

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What year was J218 UOX registered?

J218 UOX is a 1992 Rover 216, first registered on 8 May 1992.

Is J218 UOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J218 UOX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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