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R181 CMX

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,243 mi
Last recorded57,243 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 CMX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 57,243 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 53,398 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 49,191 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 44,486 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 38,643 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 May 2009 34,685 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 29,499 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 26,941 miles

Part of high level stop lamp is not working

n/s wiper blade is split on end but still clears screen

Fail 7 Nov 2006 26,941 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Part of high level stop lamp is not working

n/s wiper blade is split on end but still clears screen

Pass 18 Nov 2005 25,024 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2005 24,521 miles

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

Rear 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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R181 CMX is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green 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 R181 CMX, 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.

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What year was R181 CMX registered?

R181 CMX is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R181 CMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R181 CMX 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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