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K738 TKL

1993 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,601 mi
Last recorded90,601 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK738 TKL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2018 90,601 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 81,422 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 74,508 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 67,359 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 61,477 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 55,322 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 47,745 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 41,489 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,514 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 33,920 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 33,558 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 30,997 miles

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

front number plate damaged

n/s headlamp glass chipped

o/s front inner c.v boot leaking grease

slight play in steering rack

Pass 2 May 2006 28,572 miles

front number plate damaged

slight play in steering rack

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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K738 TKL is a 1993 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K738 TKL, 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 K738 TKL registered?

K738 TKL is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 25 February 1993.

Is K738 TKL safe to buy?

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