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P554 UGN

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,989 mi
Last recorded47,989 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP554 UGN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 47,989 miles

corrosion on exhaust centre section

front number plate slightly cracked

n/s + o/s/r brake pipes corroding

nail in n/s/r tyre

rattle inside gearbox?

unable to check condition of all brake pipes properly due to grease

wear + corrosion on front brake discs

Fail 28 Mar 2012 47,987 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

corrosion on exhaust centre section

front number plate slightly cracked

n/s + o/s/r brake pipes corroding

nail in n/s/r tyre

rattle inside gearbox?

unable to check condition of all brake pipes properly due to grease

wear + corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 4 Mar 2011 43,749 miles

front brake discs worn + corroded on edges slightly reducing braking area

n/s/r tyre starting to crack on edge of tread [185/55/15v]

rear brake pipes starting to corrode

slight judder on front brakes

vibration from gearbox?

Pass 23 Mar 2010 39,705 miles

rattle on cat heat shield

slight wear + surface corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 20 Mar 2009 35,333 miles

n/s/front tyre has cracking around outer edges of tread area

Pass 20 Mar 2008 34,026 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 32,801 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 29,222 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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P554 UGN is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P554 UGN, 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 P554 UGN registered?

P554 UGN is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P554 UGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P554 UGN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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