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M889 SFR

1994 Rover 216

White Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,836 mi
Last recorded97,836 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM889 SFR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 97,836 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 89,122 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 88,881 miles

Both rear tyres have slight cracking on outer wall

Pass 3 Oct 2012 88,136 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 86,226 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 83,603 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 82,099 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 82,020 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 78,269 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 74,395 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 70,806 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2005 68,620 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 68,620 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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M889 SFR is a 1994 Rover 216 in White with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 M889 SFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M889 SFR?

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What year was M889 SFR registered?

M889 SFR is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 27 October 1994.

Is M889 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M889 SFR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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