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P861 OWX

1996 Rover 220

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,828 mi
Last recorded106,828 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Rover 220111,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP861 OWX
MakeRover
Model220
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 106,828 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

rear seat missing at time of test

Pass 10 Dec 2014 95,848 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 90,470 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 90,461 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 83,730 miles

fan belt starting to crack

Pass 27 Oct 2011 77,502 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 75,019 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 74,282 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 73,462 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 73,064 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 71,556 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 71,556 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 6 Oct 2005 70,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 70,548 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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P861 OWX is a 1996 Rover 220 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 111,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P861 OWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P861 OWX registered?

P861 OWX is a 1996 Rover 220, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P861 OWX safe to buy?

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