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T139 RJE

1999 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,300 mi
Last recorded91,300 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT139 RJE
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2011 91,300 miles

engine leaking oil

o/s outer sill starting to corrode along bottom edge

o/s wiper blade starting to split

unable to test n/s/r seat belt as baby seat fitted

Fail 7 Mar 2011 91,297 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine leaking oil

o/s outer sill starting to corrode along bottom edge

o/s wiper blade starting to split

unable to test n/s/r seat belt as baby seat fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2009 83,872 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 12 Dec 2009 83,872 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Nov 2008 75,542 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 69,469 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 64,266 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside door mirror glass broken

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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T139 RJE is a 1999 Rover 216 in Silver 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 T139 RJE, 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 T139 RJE registered?

T139 RJE is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T139 RJE safe to buy?

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