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P992 WOU

1997 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,181 mi
Last recorded13,181 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP992 WOU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2016 13,181 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 11,597 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 11,596 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 10,361 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 10,361 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 May 2012 9,089 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 9,022 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 8,903 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 8,719 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 8,354 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 8,040 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 7,514 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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P992 WOU is a 1997 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P992 WOU, 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

How do I check the history of P992 WOU?

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What year was P992 WOU registered?

P992 WOU is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P992 WOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P992 WOU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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