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N167 XOJ

1996 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,774 mi
Last recorded87,774 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2009
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN167 XOJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2009 87,774 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 87,770 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 77,517 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 72,712 miles

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

exhaust centre box sealer used

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 30 Jan 2007 72,597 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 69,922 miles

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

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

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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N167 XOJ is a 1996 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,736 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 N167 XOJ, 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 30 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 N167 XOJ registered?

N167 XOJ is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N167 XOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N167 XOJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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