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T252 RPA

1999 Rover 211

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

36,811 mi
Last recorded36,811 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 21158,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT252 RPA
MakeRover
Model211
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 36,811 miles

slight power steering seepage

number plates discolouring

Nearside Front door mirror damaged

general engine oil leaks

Fail 27 Feb 2015 25,510 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

f/reg poor condition

Pass 27 Feb 2015 25,510 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

f/reg poor condition

Pass 4 Feb 2014 15,963 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Feb 2014 15,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 15,285 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 15,282 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

rocker cover gasget leaking

Pass 8 Feb 2012 14,571 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 14,570 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

middle section of exhaust is coroaded

n/s/f wing damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,935 miles

Centre Exhaust Rusting

Offside Rear Brake Binding

Pass 9 Feb 2010 13,361 miles

Exhaust System Rusted

Pass 11 Feb 2009 12,775 miles

Both Front Anti Roll Bar Link Rod Bushes Perishing

Exhaust System Rusted

Pass 14 Feb 2008 12,236 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 11,602 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 10,796 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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T252 RPA 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 T252 RPA, 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 T252 RPA registered?

T252 RPA is a 1999 Rover 211, first registered on 17 March 1999.

Is T252 RPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T252 RPA 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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