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R237 ORW

1998 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,982 mi
Last recorded49,982 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR237 ORW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 49,982 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2011 45,294 miles

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

n/s front tyre is cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2011 45,294 miles

n/s front tyre is cracked

Pass 18 Feb 2010 42,250 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 42,250 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

front brake pads worn

n/s/f tyre cracked

noise from gearbox at idle

o/s repeater light loose in wing

o/s/r tyre on 3mm

rear n/plate backing lifting

scratched/dents on body

Pass 17 Feb 2009 39,111 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 36,224 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 36,224 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

radiator core is badly corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2007 32,995 miles

noise when engine is running suspect torque converter

radiator core is badly corroded advise replacement

slight drag on n/s rear wheel advise check

Pass 17 Feb 2006 29,225 miles

3 tyres are worn to 2 or 3 mm

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

radiator core is corroded

rattling noise from torque converter area

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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R237 ORW is a 1998 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R237 ORW, 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 R237 ORW registered?

R237 ORW is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R237 ORW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R237 ORW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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