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R142 TSN

1998 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,194 mi
Last recorded96,194 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR142 TSN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 96,194 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 May 2014 96,194 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside front windscreen wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2013 82,995 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 May 2013 82,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 77,414 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 70,292 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2011 70,292 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2010 61,232 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 59,908 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2008 56,832 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 May 2007 54,128 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 46,954 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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R142 TSN is a 1998 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,963 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 R142 TSN, 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 28 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R142 TSN registered?

R142 TSN is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R142 TSN safe to buy?

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