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P418 CPJ

1997 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,231 mi
Last recorded68,231 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP418 CPJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 68,231 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 64,054 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive N/S drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 64,054 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive N/S drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 63,005 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2017 62,711 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 60,594 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 57,869 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 56,108 miles

rear tyres perrished, require attn

Pass 5 Apr 2013 54,604 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 53,080 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 58,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 52,022 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 51,335 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 50,272 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 48,510 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 46,887 miles

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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P418 CPJ is a 1997 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P418 CPJ, 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 P418 CPJ registered?

P418 CPJ is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P418 CPJ safe to buy?

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