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R202 LKX

1997 Rover 216I

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,951 mi
Last recorded88,951 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover 216I78,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR202 LKX
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2007 88,951 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 87,424 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 87,424 miles

Offside Front Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

srs warning lamp on

Pass 15 Nov 2005 79,962 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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R202 LKX is a 1997 Rover 216I in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 78,372 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 R202 LKX, 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 29 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 R202 LKX registered?

R202 LKX is a 1997 Rover 216I, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R202 LKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R202 LKX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R202 LKX have outstanding finance?

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