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T241 VAJ

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,612 mi
Last recorded49,612 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT241 VAJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2026 49,612 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 49,442 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2025 49,442 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 47,319 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 45,166 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 42,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 42,175 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 37,674 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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T241 VAJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 T241 VAJ, 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 T241 VAJ registered?

T241 VAJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T241 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T241 VAJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T241 VAJ have outstanding finance?

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