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M973 XBP

1994 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,456 mi
Last recorded82,456 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1994 Rover 21688,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM973 XBP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 82,456 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 82,432 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 81,375 miles

rear number plate starting to fade

Fail 8 Apr 2009 81,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear number plate starting to fade

Fail 16 Apr 2008 80,364 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 80,364 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 78,968 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 78,968 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 75,479 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 75,479 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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M973 XBP is a 1994 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 M973 XBP, 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 M973 XBP registered?

M973 XBP is a 1994 Rover 216, first registered on 7 September 1994.

Is M973 XBP safe to buy?

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