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K36 KWK

1993 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

218,479 mi
Last recorded218,479 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK36 KWK
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 218,479 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 29 Jun 2015 109,332 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 105,488 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2014 105,488 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)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 99,505 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2013 99,505 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 95,465 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 93,299 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 91,143 miles

rear sills & arches corroded.

Pass 14 Jul 2009 88,944 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 86,876 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 84,243 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 76,526 miles

=== please note this is not a test but an excersize to change the fuel type from wrongly stated diesel to its actual fuel wich is petrol ===

Pass 9 Feb 2006 76,526 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 69,293 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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K36 KWK is a 1993 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1993 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,896 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 K36 KWK, 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 33 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 K36 KWK registered?

K36 KWK is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 22 June 1993.

Is K36 KWK safe to buy?

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