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J29 RPE

1992 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,556 mi
Last recorded151,556 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2008
Typical for 1992 Rover 216I102,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ29 RPE
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2008 151,556 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slight cut no cords exposed at time of test

offside front indicator lense slight damage function not impaired

Fail 5 Dec 2008 151,556 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slight cut no cords exposed at time of test

offside front indicator lense slight damage function not impaired

Pass 4 Dec 2007 139,523 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 123,576 miles

steering reack hes slight free play, † † † †front anti role bar bushes slightly perishrd. † † † † †all suspension bushes showing slight wear,

Pass 6 Dec 2005 112,816 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 112,816 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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J29 RPE is a 1992 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 102,940 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 J29 RPE, 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 34 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J29 RPE registered?

J29 RPE is a 1992 Rover 216I, first registered on 8 January 1992.

Is J29 RPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J29 RPE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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