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M297 RKM

1995 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,835 mi
Last recorded20,835 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 1995 Rover 21688,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM297 RKM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2019 20,835 miles

all tyres showing signs of perishing and cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2017 20,824 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s front and rear tyres perished on edges

o/s front tyre slightly damaged on sidewall

service brake as only just met the required efficiency

Pass 28 Apr 2011 20,207 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 19,811 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 19,437 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 18,880 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 17,947 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST RUSTY AND BLOWING SLIGHTY †NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON EDGES †

Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,216 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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M297 RKM is a 1995 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 88,651 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 M297 RKM, 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 31 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M297 RKM registered?

M297 RKM is a 1995 Rover 216, first registered on 17 February 1995.

Is M297 RKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M297 RKM shows 8 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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