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M246 TVT

1995 Rover 216

Gold Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,952 mi
Last recorded77,952 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
Typical for 1995 Rover 21688,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM246 TVT
MakeRover
Model216
Year1995
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 77,952 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 76,604 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Jun 2012 75,003 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 73,647 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 71,667 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 69,320 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 62,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 62,703 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 60,356 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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M246 TVT is a 1995 Rover 216 in Gold with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 88,651 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 M246 TVT, 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 31 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 M246 TVT registered?

M246 TVT is a 1995 Rover 216, first registered on 11 February 1995.

Is M246 TVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M246 TVT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M246 TVT have outstanding finance?

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