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R262 ORW

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

33,443 mi
Last recorded33,443 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR262 ORW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 33,443 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 28 May 2026 33,442 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 32,942 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 32,930 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 32,927 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Most probably needs adjusting inner shoes on rear . (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 32,913 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 32,825 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 32,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 32,575 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 32,358 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 31,866 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 31,864 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 41,432 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2017 31,428 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 31,045 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 30,915 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 30,915 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 30,675 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 30,358 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 29,599 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 29,599 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 28,624 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 27,870 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 26,946 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 26,946 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 25,617 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 24,555 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 22,786 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 22,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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R262 ORW is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,963 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R262 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R262 ORW registered?

R262 ORW is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R262 ORW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R262 ORW shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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