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P494 LYC

1997 Rover 216

Turquoise Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,879 mi
Last recorded38,879 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP494 LYC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 38,879 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 38,006 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 38,006 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 37,928 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 37,721 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 37,577 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 36,645 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 35,651 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 35,088 miles

Nearside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 35,088 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 34,742 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 34,742 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 33,538 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 33,538 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 109,463 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 109,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,987 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 28,511 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 27,893 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 25,791 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 25,791 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2005 23,787 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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P494 LYC is a 1997 Rover 216 in Turquoise with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 70,385 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 P494 LYC, 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 29 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 P494 LYC registered?

P494 LYC is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P494 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P494 LYC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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