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N216 HRF

1996 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,060 mi
Last recorded62,060 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN216 HRF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 62,060 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 59,900 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 57,445 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 55,231 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,866 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2008 51,807 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 49,524 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 49,521 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 46,395 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 45,610 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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N216 HRF is a 1996 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N216 HRF, 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 N216 HRF registered?

N216 HRF is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 26 February 1996.

Is N216 HRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N216 HRF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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