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R299 KEU

1998 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,607 mi
Last recorded61,607 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR299 KEU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2009 61,607 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 61,599 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT CHECK-C/S.COOLANT LOW.N/S/F TYRE CLOSE LIMIT.GENERAL PLAY STEERING/SUSPENSION.GENERAL CORROSION.SCREEN DAMAGE.

Pass 24 Sep 2008 54,447 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 54,447 miles

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

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)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 52,860 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise drivers seat belt stork lock will require attension soon

advise power steering tank overfull

Pass 6 Nov 2007 52,860 miles

Battery insecure

advise drivers seat belt stork lock will require attension soon

advise power steering tank overfull

Fail 18 Jan 2007 52,722 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 18 Jan 2007 52,722 miles

front wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 23 Feb 2006 49,990 miles

advise rear exhuast box starting to corrode but secure and not blowing at present

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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R299 KEU is a 1998 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R299 KEU, 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 R299 KEU registered?

R299 KEU is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R299 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 KEU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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