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R216 BDX

1998 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,078 mi
Last recorded121,078 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR216 BDX
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Nov 2007 121,078 miles

Exhaust tailpipe fouls on rear body kit valence.

Gouging to outer tyre wall and slight damage to inner rim on nearside rear wheel

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Plastic covers prevent full exaination of outer body sills.

Slight damage and corrosion tio nearside rear outer wheel arch. Advise attention to smoothen edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 121,078 miles

Exhaust tailpipe fouls on rear body kit valence.

Gouging to outer tyre wall and slight damage to inner rim on nearside rear wheel

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

Plastic covers prevent full exaination of outer body sills.

Slight damage and corrosion tio nearside rear outer wheel arch. Advise attention to smoothen edge

Fail 23 Oct 2007 121,018 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

body kit fitted

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged. ply cord not exposed

non standard rear lamps fitted

suspension lowering springs fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2006 114,341 miles

rear exhaust section is connected using flexible exhaust tubing.

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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R216 BDX is a 1998 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R216 BDX, 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 R216 BDX registered?

R216 BDX is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R216 BDX safe to buy?

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