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J987 RPD

1991 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

189,931 mi
Last recorded189,931 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2007
Typical for 1991 Rover 216101,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 RPD
MakeRover
Model216
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2007 189,931 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play steering rack /front subframe has been welded /no reverse lights.

Fail 29 Dec 2007 189,931 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play steering rack /front subframe has been welded /no reverse lights.

Pass 9 Jan 2007 177,076 miles

front subframe has been welded /slight play steering rack /

Fail 6 Jan 2007 177,076 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

FRONT SUBFRAME HAS BEEN REPAIRED BY WELDING AND UNDER SEALED,BUT APPEARS TO BE SOUND. †EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD IS RATTLING. †FRONT CROSS MEMBER IS CORRODED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

RADIATOR IS IN POOR CONDITION. †THERE IS SLIGHT PLAY IN THE STEERING RACK

Pass 5 Jan 2006 162,608 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 162,608 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake balance just on limits

slight damage front no/ plate

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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J987 RPD is a 1991 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J987 RPD, 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 J987 RPD registered?

J987 RPD is a 1991 Rover 216, first registered on 12 December 1991.

Is J987 RPD safe to buy?

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