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R155 LHR

1998 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,016 mi
Last recorded47,016 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 LHR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 47,016 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

O/S/R Tyre deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,346 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 38,685 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 36,212 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,212 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,565 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 34,565 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,814 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,478 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 29,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2008 26,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2007 24,133 miles
Pass 14 May 2006 21,755 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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R155 LHR is a 1998 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R155 LHR, 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 R155 LHR registered?

R155 LHR is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R155 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 LHR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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