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P898 LUK

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,999 mi
Last recorded83,999 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP898 LUK
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2013 83,999 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 83,072 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 81,833 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 80,858 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 80,016 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 79,181 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 77,379 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 74,466 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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P898 LUK is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P898 LUK, 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.

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What year was P898 LUK registered?

P898 LUK is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P898 LUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P898 LUK shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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