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P960 BTA

1996 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,989 mi
Last recorded86,989 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP960 BTA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2012 86,989 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 78,370 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 67,450 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 58,089 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 48,501 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 41,519 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 35,751 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 30,483 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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P960 BTA is a 1996 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P960 BTA, 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 P960 BTA registered?

P960 BTA is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P960 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P960 BTA 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.

Does P960 BTA have outstanding finance?

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