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K522 KAC

1993 Rover 216

Multi-colour Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,415 mi
Last recorded116,415 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2012
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK522 KAC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2012 116,415 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

n earside cv boot perished near to splitting

nearside rear brake binding near to legal limit recomend further inspection

removed item hanging from mirror prior to test [drivers view law]

Fail 15 Jun 2012 116,394 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

n earside cv boot perished near to splitting

nearside rear brake binding near to legal limit recomend further inspection

removed item hanging from mirror prior to test [drivers view law]

Pass 15 Jun 2011 115,154 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 113,881 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 10 Jun 2010 113,861 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2009 112,498 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 110,999 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 110,999 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 108,377 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 97,694 miles

rear section nearside outer sill weak

rear silencer blowing

Pass 2 Jun 2005 92,865 miles
Fail 17 May 2005 92,842 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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K522 KAC is a 1993 Rover 216 in Multi-colour with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K522 KAC, 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 K522 KAC registered?

K522 KAC is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 22 June 1993.

Is K522 KAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K522 KAC shows 12 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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