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J978 SOH

1991 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,815 mi
Last recorded78,815 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1991 Rover 216101,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ978 SOH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2010 78,815 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 73,201 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 68,132 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 64,956 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 61,449 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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J978 SOH is a 1991 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 101,672 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 J978 SOH, 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 35 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J978 SOH registered?

J978 SOH is a 1991 Rover 216, first registered on 19 November 1991.

Is J978 SOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J978 SOH shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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