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T216 SPG

1999 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,105 mi
Last recorded123,105 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT216 SPG
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 123,105 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 28 Nov 2016 123,076 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 11,578 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 11,578 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 112,584 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 105,668 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 102,880 miles

srs warning light on

Pass 11 Jan 2012 99,027 miles

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

srs warning light on

Pass 24 Jan 2011 96,630 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 93,938 miles

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

performance on offside rear foot and handbrake is low

Pass 19 Jan 2009 90,627 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 87,646 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2008 87,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 84,309 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 79,681 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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T216 SPG is a 1999 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T216 SPG, 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 T216 SPG registered?

T216 SPG is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 19 March 1999.

Is T216 SPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T216 SPG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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