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L97 DRN

1993 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,175 mi
Last recorded77,175 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL97 DRN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 77,175 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 77,148 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 77,064 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 76,952 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 76,077 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 75,712 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 75,617 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 74,330 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 73,192 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 70,505 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 67,443 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 65,203 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 63,488 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 59,955 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 54,294 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 50,729 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 49,361 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 48,597 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 47,825 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 46,908 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 45,157 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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L97 DRN is a 1993 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L97 DRN, 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

How do I check the history of L97 DRN?

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What year was L97 DRN registered?

L97 DRN is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is L97 DRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L97 DRN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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