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T480 LBU

1999 Rover 216I

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,490 mi
Last recorded44,490 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 216I61,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT480 LBU
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2012 44,490 miles

slight oil leak on gear box

Pass 8 Nov 2011 42,822 miles

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 12 Nov 2010 41,064 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 41,052 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 39,176 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 32,213 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 27,441 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 25,634 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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T480 LBU is a 1999 Rover 216I in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 61,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T480 LBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T480 LBU?

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What year was T480 LBU registered?

T480 LBU is a 1999 Rover 216I, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is T480 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T480 LBU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T480 LBU have outstanding finance?

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