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P824 GDA

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,776 mi
Last recorded55,776 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP824 GDA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 55,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 51,683 miles

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

Offside Front inner rack end slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2015 47,792 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 43,716 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 79,336 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 79,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 74,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 69,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2010 66,045 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake pipes greased

Pass 23 May 2009 61,375 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 61,280 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 May 2008 56,921 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 53,135 miles

all suspension componants and brake pipes are heavily greaesd

both front cv gaiters are weeping grease but have no holes

both front tyre walls are starting to peel

both rear tyres are worn on inside edges raised type

Pass 19 May 2006 49,643 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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P824 GDA is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P824 GDA, 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 P824 GDA registered?

P824 GDA is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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