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P326 KUK

1997 Rover 216I

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,343 mi
Last recorded47,343 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 216I78,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP326 KUK
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2008 47,343 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

I removed some hangers from the interior rear view mirror before starting the test.

The front number plate is damaged. Replacement recommended.

The n/s headlamp is slightly insecure.

The n/s/f seat belt catch covers are missing. Replacement is recommended. The safety of this belt in an accident is unknown!

The n/s/f tyre is thin on it's inner eddge and the o/s/f one is worn almost to excess (and recommended for replacement as soon as possible).

Pass 27 Sep 2007 40,482 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 36,328 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 36,328 miles

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)

N/S/F Seat belt stalk locking mechanism cover missing.

Pass 22 Sep 2005 31,460 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 31,460 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P326 KUK is a 1997 Rover 216I in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P326 KUK, 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.

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What year was P326 KUK registered?

P326 KUK is a 1997 Rover 216I, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P326 KUK safe to buy?

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