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R218 XOA

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,472 mi
Last recorded86,472 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR218 XOA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 86,472 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable ()

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Registration plate lamps deteriorated

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

Fail 10 Oct 2016 85,495 miles

Emissions not tested Due to coolant leak (7.3.A.1)

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Coolant leak From top pipe when under pressure ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And system corroded (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Socket attached to wheel nut

Oil leak ()

Signs of severe PAS fluid leak around reservoir, not leaking at time of test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 78,740 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 78,611 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 73,224 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 71,988 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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R218 XOA is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R218 XOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R218 XOA registered?

R218 XOA is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R218 XOA safe to buy?

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