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L734 CEL

1993 Rover 216

Multi-colour Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,523 mi
Last recorded50,523 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL734 CEL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2012 50,523 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 48,764 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 46,885 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

near side mirror insecure

near side wiper not clearing screen propley

Pass 27 Nov 2009 44,209 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

parking brake long travel

slight deteriation front wiper blades

some damage/deteriation front number plate

Pass 29 Nov 2008 40,678 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 37,574 miles

front number plate staring to de laminate

Pass 1 Dec 2006 34,503 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight deteriation front number plate. no screws front or rear

Pass 8 Nov 2005 32,166 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 32,166 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate slight damage

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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L734 CEL is a 1993 Rover 216 in Multi-colour with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 L734 CEL, 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 L734 CEL registered?

L734 CEL is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 19 November 1993.

Is L734 CEL safe to buy?

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