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P853 RGF

1996 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,384 mi
Last recorded63,384 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover 216I82,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 RGF
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2008 63,384 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 60,532 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 51,864 miles

coolant leaking

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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P853 RGF is a 1996 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 82,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P853 RGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 216I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P853 RGF registered?

P853 RGF is a 1996 Rover 216I, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is P853 RGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P853 RGF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P853 RGF have outstanding finance?

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