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P668 JJA

1997 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,024 mi
Last recorded63,024 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 216I78,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP668 JJA
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2008 63,024 miles

both cv boots cracked , both front to rear pipes slightly corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2008 63,023 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both cv boots cracked , both front to rear pipes slightly corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2007 57,693 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 55,049 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

brake pads look worn

brake pipes at rear corroding

evidence of brake fluid on valve under bonnet on bulkhead,no leak found when pressurised

eye level brake light has a bulb out

Fail 5 Feb 2007 55,049 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

brake pads look worn

brake pipes at rear corroding

evidence of brake fluid on valve under bonnet on bulkhead,no leak found when pressurised

eye level brake light has a bulb out

Pass 13 Feb 2006 50,220 miles

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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P668 JJA is a 1997 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P668 JJA, 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 P668 JJA registered?

P668 JJA is a 1997 Rover 216I, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P668 JJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P668 JJA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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