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P218 GAL

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,578 mi
Last recorded118,578 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP218 GAL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 118,578 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 118,300 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 118,177 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 117,841 miles

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Both steering arms (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 117,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight corrosion to outer sill panel rear

Pass 7 Feb 2017 117,242 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill panel (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 117,006 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 116,469 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 116,469 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front outer sill panel has slight corrosion

Pass 19 Feb 2014 115,698 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 114,793 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 113,992 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 113,339 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 112,497 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 111,399 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 111,399 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 110,533 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 110,533 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 109,527 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 109,527 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P218 GAL is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 P218 GAL, 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 P218 GAL registered?

P218 GAL is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P218 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P218 GAL shows 20 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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