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T143 RJE

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

95,236 mi
Last recorded95,236 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT143 RJE
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 95,236 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2013 91,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 91,876 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 80,646 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 80,646 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 75,712 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 70,090 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 70,090 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre stop light not working

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 64,933 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 64,933 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 59,759 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 54,978 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 54,978 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 48,968 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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T143 RJE is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 T143 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T143 RJE registered?

T143 RJE is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T143 RJE safe to buy?

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