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T249 MGW

1999 Rover 211

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,679 mi
Last recorded140,679 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 21158,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT249 MGW
MakeRover
Model211
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2015 140,679 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 133,165 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 133,165 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 125,109 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 116,445 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 105,263 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 94,996 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 84,439 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 84,439 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2008 75,478 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 70,845 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 70,845 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 63,413 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 63,413 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 55,794 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 211?

Based on 85,809 MOT tests across 10,592 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
4,516
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,365
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,024
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,511
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,324
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T249 MGW is a 1999 Rover 211 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Rover 211 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 58,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 211 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T249 MGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 211 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 211 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T249 MGW registered?

T249 MGW is a 1999 Rover 211, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T249 MGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T249 MGW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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