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P205 DEP

1997 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,631 mi
Last recorded44,631 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP205 DEP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 44,631 miles

engine oil leaking

Pass 20 Mar 2012 35,825 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 32,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,368 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 31,368 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 29,901 miles

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,674 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 27,157 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 24,824 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 24,824 miles

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

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

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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P205 DEP is a 1997 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P205 DEP, 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

How do I check the history of P205 DEP?

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What year was P205 DEP registered?

P205 DEP is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P205 DEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P205 DEP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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