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N831 HNG

1995 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,356 mi
Last recorded55,356 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Rover 21688,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN831 HNG
MakeRover
Model216
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 55,356 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 45,642 miles

Nearside front lower wing corroding

Offside front window is inoperative

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 45,642 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside front lower wing corroding

Offside front window is inoperative

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 39,384 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 37,643 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 37,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s windscreen wiper split but not affecting drivers view

Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,031 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 36,564 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 36,134 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 36,128 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 35,757 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 35,407 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 34,968 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 34,956 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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N831 HNG is a 1995 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N831 HNG, 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 N831 HNG registered?

N831 HNG is a 1995 Rover 216, first registered on 3 November 1995.

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The MOT history for N831 HNG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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