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P317 KJB

1997 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,257 mi
Last recorded109,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 216I78,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP317 KJB
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2009 109,257 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 109,257 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 104,570 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 104,570 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

both outter cv boots starting to split/crack

Pass 11 Jan 2007 97,913 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 97,913 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

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

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Slight play O/S steering rack

Pass 16 Jan 2006 93,839 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 93,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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P317 KJB is a 1997 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 78,372 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P317 KJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P317 KJB registered?

P317 KJB is a 1997 Rover 216I, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P317 KJB safe to buy?

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