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T118 JGS

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,844 mi
Last recorded92,844 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT118 JGS
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 92,844 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges & are close to the limit.

Both number plate lamp lenses are dirty.

Front end of centre exhaust silencer is cracking.

Front screen is cracked.

Rear of o/s sill panel is corroding.

Slight leak from front exhaust section and rear exhaust joint.

Slight play in both ends of steering rack.

Fail 2 Dec 2009 92,832 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Both front tyres are wearing on the inner edges & are close to the limit.

Both number plate lamp lenses are dirty.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front end of centre exhaust silencer is cracking.

Front screen is cracked.

Rear of o/s sill panel is corroding.

Slight leak from front exhaust section and rear exhaust joint.

Slight play in both ends of steering rack.

When working the ABS lamp should illuminate with the ignition & then go out after 1-5 seconds. When the engine is started this sequence is repeated.

Pass 14 Jan 2009 89,897 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 85,151 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 80,473 miles

slight play in o/s steering rack

Pass 21 Dec 2005 71,905 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2005 71,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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T118 JGS is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T118 JGS, 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 T118 JGS registered?

T118 JGS is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T118 JGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T118 JGS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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