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K77 MGX

1996 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,686 mi
Last recorded5,686 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK77 MGX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 5,686 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 5,686 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 5,686 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 5,686 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 5,686 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 5,686 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 5,604 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 4,655 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 3,801 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 3,354 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 2,908 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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K77 MGX is a 1996 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,736 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 K77 MGX, 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 30 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K77 MGX?

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What year was K77 MGX registered?

K77 MGX is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K77 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K77 MGX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K77 MGX have outstanding finance?

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