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L599 TKF

1993 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,639 mi
Last recorded76,639 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL599 TKF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 76,639 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 75,923 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load drivers (5.2.4a)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 74,730 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 74,730 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 73,396 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 73,396 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 72,317 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 71,476 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 69,521 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 69,517 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 67,509 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 65,996 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 62,955 miles

Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight imbalance on front brakes

Pass 20 Nov 2007 60,338 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 57,668 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 55,786 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (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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L599 TKF is a 1993 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 L599 TKF, 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

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What year was L599 TKF registered?

L599 TKF is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 21 December 1993.

Is L599 TKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L599 TKF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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