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P795 MCR

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,068 mi
Last recorded94,068 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP795 MCR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2009 94,068 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 81,138 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 70,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

radiator core cooling material detriorated

slight bind both rear brakes

Pass 9 Mar 2007 62,555 miles

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

offside steering rack slight movement on inner rack joint

Pass 14 Mar 2006 54,770 miles

oil level overfull.

wiper arms loose.

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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P795 MCR is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P795 MCR, 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 P795 MCR registered?

P795 MCR is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P795 MCR safe to buy?

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