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T223 JFU

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,486 mi
Last recorded37,486 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT223 JFU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 37,486 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 34,947 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 34,947 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 31,200 miles

front body lower cross member damage

Fail 12 Apr 2012 26,328 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 26,328 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 23,682 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 22,806 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 21,738 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 21,738 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Pass 10 May 2007 20,944 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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T223 JFU is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T223 JFU, 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 T223 JFU registered?

T223 JFU is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T223 JFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T223 JFU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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