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R291 AWR

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,039 mi
Last recorded71,039 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 AWR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 71,039 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 70,895 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 66,866 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 63,519 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 59,141 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust all mounting rubbers frayed and cracking

general surface rust to exhaust system in places

Fail 6 Aug 2013 58,902 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 53,333 miles

both outer cv boots perished

n/s head lammp poor light output

srs light on

Fail 11 Jul 2012 53,324 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both outer cv boots perished

n/s head lammp poor light output

srs light on

Pass 23 Jun 2011 49,260 miles

front number plate deteriated

n/s/f seat belt slight fraying on edge

n/s/f shock absorber weeping/damp

o/s/f brake pad low

Pass 17 May 2010 45,008 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate cracked

wipers park on any position

Fail 14 May 2010 44,971 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front number plate cracked

wipers park on any position

Pass 20 Apr 2009 40,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 37,671 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

nearside front tyre wall slight perish

Pass 30 Oct 2006 34,128 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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R291 AWR is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 70,385 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 R291 AWR, 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 29 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R291 AWR is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 27 November 1997.

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