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P987 HOL

1996 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,330 mi
Last recorded46,330 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2005
Typical for 1996 Rover 21676,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 HOL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2005 46,330 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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P987 HOL is a 1996 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 P987 HOL, 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

How do I check the history of P987 HOL?

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What year was P987 HOL registered?

P987 HOL is a 1996 Rover 216, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is P987 HOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 HOL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P987 HOL have outstanding finance?

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