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L974 LVX

1993 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,875 mi
Last recorded126,875 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL974 LVX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 126,875 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 121,016 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion to sills

front tyres wearing low

rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 7 Jul 2012 114,787 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 111,205 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 104,584 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 90,328 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 74,601 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

rear number platee starting to seperate

Fail 19 Jul 2008 74,601 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

rear number platee starting to seperate

Pass 11 Aug 2007 59,295 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 59,279 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 46,028 miles

both rear tyre's are perishing !!

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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L974 LVX is a 1993 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L974 LVX, 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 L974 LVX registered?

L974 LVX is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L974 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L974 LVX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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