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P207 NJN

1997 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,518 mi
Last recorded77,518 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 NJN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 77,518 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 76,676 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 76,090 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 75,471 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 74,582 miles

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

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2009 74,080 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 73,206 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 71,995 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 69,458 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 69,456 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear wheel bearings slightly noisy

n/s/r lower arm bush{large}

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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P207 NJN is a 1997 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P207 NJN, 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 P207 NJN registered?

P207 NJN is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P207 NJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P207 NJN 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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