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T281 SAV

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,145 mi
Last recorded94,145 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT281 SAV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 94,145 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 94,145 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 79,726 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 73,157 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 66,567 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 60,935 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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T281 SAV is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T281 SAV, 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 T281 SAV registered?

T281 SAV is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 24 April 1999.

Is T281 SAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T281 SAV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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