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P717 FOB

1996 Rover 220

Purple Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,747 mi
Last recorded109,747 miles
Recorded on3 May 2006
Typical for 1996 Rover 220111,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 FOB
MakeRover
Model220
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 May 2006 109,747 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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P717 FOB is a 1996 Rover 220 in Purple with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 111,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P717 FOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P717 FOB?

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What year was P717 FOB registered?

P717 FOB is a 1996 Rover 220, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P717 FOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P717 FOB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P717 FOB have outstanding finance?

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