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P724 TTL

1997 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,222 mi
Last recorded97,222 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP724 TTL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 97,222 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2014 97,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 92,850 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 87,835 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 82,258 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 77,715 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 73,464 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 68,914 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 64,589 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 60,361 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 55,264 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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P724 TTL is a 1997 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P724 TTL, 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 P724 TTL registered?

P724 TTL is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P724 TTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P724 TTL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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