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P823 HOX

1996 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,038 mi
Last recorded75,038 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP823 HOX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 75,038 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 66,737 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 66,715 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 66,533 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 66,494 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2017 66,494 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 66,141 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 65,425 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 65,425 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 64,585 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 63,657 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 62,517 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 62,517 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 61,199 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 60,063 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 58,812 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 58,757 miles

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 57,215 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 54,699 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 52,505 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 2,505 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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P823 HOX is a 1996 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P823 HOX, 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 P823 HOX registered?

P823 HOX is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P823 HOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P823 HOX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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