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R101 SSL

1999 Rover 216I

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,773 mi
Last recorded46,773 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover 216I61,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 SSL
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2010 46,773 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 42,359 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 42,352 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 May 2008 32,615 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 32,615 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 23,835 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 22,944 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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R101 SSL is a 1999 Rover 216I in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 61,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R101 SSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R101 SSL registered?

R101 SSL is a 1999 Rover 216I, first registered on 14 April 1999.

Is R101 SSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 SSL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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