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K9 RGJ

1998 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,767 mi
Last recorded57,767 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 RGJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 57,767 miles

exhaust system is corroded

handbrake travel

Pass 10 Jun 2008 53,136 miles

both front brake discs are lipped

both rear shock absorbers are damp

handbrake travel

nearside rear tyrewearing outer edge

offside front tyre is wearing inner edge

Pass 13 Jun 2007 45,813 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 37,375 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 37,375 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

cloth on battery dangerous

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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K9 RGJ is a 1998 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,963 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 K9 RGJ, 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 28 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 K9 RGJ registered?

K9 RGJ is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K9 RGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 RGJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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