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P808 HMF

1996 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,429 mi
Last recorded81,429 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP808 HMF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 81,429 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 80,165 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 78,808 miles

near side tyre slight cracks but cords not exposed

Fail 17 Dec 2013 76,013 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 76,013 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 72,124 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 68,144 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 63,056 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 60,211 miles

o/s/f tyre heavily cracked

o/s/r tyre heavily cracked

Fail 16 Nov 2009 60,207 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

o/s/f tyre heavily cracked

o/s/r tyre heavily cracked

Pass 1 Dec 2008 58,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s outer front tyre wall deteriorating

we advise that the brake pads are replaced a.s.a.p

Pass 3 Dec 2007 57,634 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 56,779 miles

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

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

advise to replace as soon as possible

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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P808 HMF is a 1996 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 76,736 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 P808 HMF, 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 30 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 P808 HMF registered?

P808 HMF is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P808 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P808 HMF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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