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P202 FCF

1997 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,606 mi
Last recorded101,606 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP202 FCF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2010 101,606 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 101,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 91,828 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 74,642 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 74,642 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 70,709 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 62,230 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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P202 FCF is a 1997 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P202 FCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P202 FCF registered?

P202 FCF is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P202 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P202 FCF shows 7 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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