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T293 LCJ

1999 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,212 mi
Last recorded60,212 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT293 LCJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 60,212 miles

All steel brake pipes greased

Both wiper blades split

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 60,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both wiper blades split

All steel brake pipes greased

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 53,791 miles

All steel brake pipes greased

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 44,723 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

nearside wiper blade split at end

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 22 Jun 2013 44,723 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

nearside wiper blade split at end

offside rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,447 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear tyre cracking/perishing.

Pass 1 Apr 2011 32,716 miles

Nearside rear tyre has small cuts but not exposing cords.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,202 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 31,879 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 31,284 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 30,877 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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T293 LCJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T293 LCJ, 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 T293 LCJ registered?

T293 LCJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 24 March 1999.

Is T293 LCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T293 LCJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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