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T128 MFL

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,144 mi
Last recorded36,144 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT128 MFL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 36,144 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 36,122 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 34,871 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 33,657 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

small splits in rear tyres

Pass 25 Aug 2010 32,566 miles

both rear tyres split

Pass 27 Aug 2009 31,391 miles

both rear tyres are starting to crack and split (1756514h)

nsr shock absorber starting to leak

osf wiper blade is starting to split

Fail 27 Aug 2009 31,391 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are starting to crack and split (1756514h)

nsr shock absorber starting to leak

osf wiper blade is starting to split

Pass 29 Aug 2008 29,999 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 26,467 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,205 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 24,201 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2005 22,171 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2005 22,171 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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T128 MFL is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 T128 MFL, 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 T128 MFL registered?

T128 MFL is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is T128 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T128 MFL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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