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M890 BGF

1994 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

89,713 mi
Last recorded89,713 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM890 BGF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 89,713 miles

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edge

engine oil leak

Fail 2 Sep 2014 89,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

check engine light on dash

Pass 4 Sep 2013 85,430 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Sep 2012 79,178 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 79,178 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 78,400 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 77,317 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 77,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 75,969 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 74,853 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 73,284 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 70,586 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (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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M890 BGF is a 1994 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M890 BGF, 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

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What year was M890 BGF registered?

M890 BGF is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 4 November 1994.

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