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P57 BAP

1997 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,157 mi
Last recorded45,157 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 BAP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 45,157 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

both sides sills covered heavily with sealant

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2016 29,228 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 23,365 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 22,336 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 21,775 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 19,998 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,595 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 19,477 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 18,932 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 18,924 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 18,104 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 17,074 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 15,967 miles

nsr tyre close to limit[185/55/15v dunlop]

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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P57 BAP is a 1997 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P57 BAP, 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 P57 BAP registered?

P57 BAP is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P57 BAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P57 BAP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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