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T248 RGJ

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

66,002 mi
Last recorded66,002 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT248 RGJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 66,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 63,263 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 60,249 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 57,166 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,024 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 50,817 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 48,084 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 45,051 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 41,893 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 39,065 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 35,665 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 35,624 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 30,860 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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T248 RGJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 T248 RGJ, 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 T248 RGJ registered?

T248 RGJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T248 RGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T248 RGJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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