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L116 NWE

1994 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,833 mi
Last recorded84,833 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL116 NWE
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 84,833 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 84,825 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 84,815 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 84,805 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 84,636 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 84,463 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 84,037 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 83,363 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 83,363 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 82,303 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 81,843 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 81,339 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 80,383 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 78,145 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 76,503 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 75,413 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 73,342 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 71,813 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 71,813 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 70,360 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 7,360 miles

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

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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L116 NWE is a 1994 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 88,916 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 L116 NWE, 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 32 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 L116 NWE registered?

L116 NWE is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 11 March 1994.

Is L116 NWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L116 NWE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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