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K950 XPA

1993 Rover 216

Multi-colour Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

98,013 mi
Last recorded98,013 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK950 XPA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 98,013 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 97,852 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 95,684 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 94,837 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 94,827 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 93,650 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 92,977 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 92,977 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres heavily perished/aged and have flat spots on tread

o/s/f tyre has flat spots on tread and slight perished

Pass 14 Dec 2009 92,969 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 92,840 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 92,714 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 92,541 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 91,227 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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K950 XPA is a 1993 Rover 216 in Multi-colour with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K950 XPA, 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

How do I check the history of K950 XPA?

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What year was K950 XPA registered?

K950 XPA is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 11 January 1993.

Is K950 XPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K950 XPA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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