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E721 WFC

1987 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,367 mi
Last recorded60,367 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Rover 21655,703 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE721 WFC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 60,367 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

brake pedal spongy- o/s/f on limit

n/s track rod end dust cover poor/ worn

Pass 25 Aug 2021 60,045 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 59,502 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 58,356 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 57,015 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 57,000 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,961 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 56,894 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 56,762 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 56,735 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 56,687 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 56,592 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 56,519 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 56,416 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 56,360 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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E721 WFC is a 1987 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 55,703 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 E721 WFC, 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 39 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E721 WFC registered?

E721 WFC is a 1987 Rover 216, first registered on 26 October 1987.

Is E721 WFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E721 WFC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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