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L388 SGP

1994 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,147 mi
Last recorded25,147 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL388 SGP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 25,147 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 25,147 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 24,371 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 23,936 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 23,936 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2014 23,772 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 22,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2013 22,689 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,747 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)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,958 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 20,383 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 20,006 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 19,602 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 18,525 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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L388 SGP is a 1994 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L388 SGP, 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 L388 SGP registered?

L388 SGP is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 10 January 1994.

Is L388 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L388 SGP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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