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S748 TUY

1999 Rover 216

Green Diesel 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

63,526 mi
Last recorded63,526 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS748 TUY
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 63,526 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 63,526 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 61,289 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 59,787 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged nearside wing mirror damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 57,720 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 53,272 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 50,067 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 46,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 41,686 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 38,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 36,378 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 34,514 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 32,569 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 29,468 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 26,556 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 24,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2007 23,492 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 21,772 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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S748 TUY is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,216 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 S748 TUY, 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 27 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S748 TUY registered?

S748 TUY is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 25 February 1999.

Is S748 TUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S748 TUY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S748 TUY have outstanding finance?

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