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M871 SFC

1994 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

132,260 mi
Last recorded132,260 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2006
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM871 SFC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2006 132,260 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 132,256 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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M871 SFC is a 1994 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 88,916 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 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M871 SFC, 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 32 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M871 SFC registered?

M871 SFC is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 25 October 1994.

Is M871 SFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M871 SFC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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