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L770 HEF

1994 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

179,948 mi
Last recorded179,948 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2006
Typical for 1994 Rover 216I94,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL770 HEF
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2006 179,948 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/f tyre close to legal limit

Fail 15 Nov 2006 179,948 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

bonnet corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2005 177,457 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 177,457 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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L770 HEF is a 1994 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 94,162 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L770 HEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L770 HEF registered?

L770 HEF is a 1994 Rover 216I, first registered on 1 March 1994.

Is L770 HEF safe to buy?

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