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R276 FFU

1998 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,568 mi
Last recorded61,568 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 FFU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2012 61,568 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 61,225 miles

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

O/S/R wheel binding

Pass 1 Sep 2010 60,881 miles

n/s/r h/brake low effort end of brake pipes corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2009 60,249 miles

n/s/r h/brake low effort

Pass 11 Aug 2008 59,630 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 57,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 56,293 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 54,668 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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R276 FFU is a 1998 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R276 FFU, 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

How do I check the history of R276 FFU?

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What year was R276 FFU registered?

R276 FFU is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R276 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 FFU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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