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P193 JSR

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,501 mi
Last recorded65,501 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 JSR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 May 2017 65,501 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear brake can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

alternator excessively hot

both sills corroded at rear

erratic idle speed

rear direction indicators fading to white

Pass 3 Nov 2015 64,814 miles

exhaust system deteriorating

outer sills corroded

Fail 2 Nov 2015 64,814 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

exhaust system deteriorating

outer sills corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2014 64,061 miles

Although the brakes met MOT spec. They benefit from service.

Fail 29 Oct 2014 64,061 miles

Although the brakes met MOT spec. They benefit from service.

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 62,818 miles

exhaust system blowing slightly

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,458 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 60,220 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 58,577 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 57,053 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 56,402 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 56,391 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

wiper motor loose can still function as needed

Pass 2 Apr 2007 54,080 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 51,832 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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P193 JSR is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 70,385 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 P193 JSR, 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 29 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P193 JSR registered?

P193 JSR is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P193 JSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P193 JSR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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