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L142 GHG

1994 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,533 mi
Last recorded32,533 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL142 GHG
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 32,533 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 32,264 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 31,994 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 31,993 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 31,954 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 31,277 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 29,348 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 28,905 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer walls

n/s/r tyre cracking on walls

Pass 2 May 2017 28,313 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 27,308 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 27,308 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 25,160 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,094 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,651 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,220 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 22,682 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 22,111 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,691 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 21,281 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 20,954 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 20,549 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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L142 GHG is a 1994 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L142 GHG, 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 L142 GHG registered?

L142 GHG is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L142 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L142 GHG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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