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L152 XLW

1993 Rover 216

Turquoise Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

212,640 mi
Last recorded212,640 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL152 XLW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 212,640 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 205,858 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 200,242 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 200,242 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 193,301 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 186,749 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 180,460 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 180,452 miles

Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 171,558 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 158,998 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 158,961 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 148,089 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 148,089 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 139,309 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 139,309 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 127,701 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 117,196 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 112,422 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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L152 XLW is a 1993 Rover 216 in Turquoise with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L152 XLW, 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.

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What year was L152 XLW registered?

L152 XLW is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 30 September 1993.

Is L152 XLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L152 XLW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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