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P989 EGM

1997 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

93,842 mi
Last recorded93,842 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP989 EGM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 93,842 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 89,490 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 83,326 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 80,260 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 80,258 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 76,183 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 72,546 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 68,036 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 64,895 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 61,526 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 57,894 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P989 EGM is a 1997 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P989 EGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P989 EGM registered?

P989 EGM is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P989 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P989 EGM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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