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R324 JPC

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,467 mi
Last recorded83,467 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR324 JPC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2014 83,467 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 80,938 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 78,780 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 76,237 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 72,921 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 69,616 miles

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

Front Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 69,616 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 65,391 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 61,193 miles

cuts in tread of n/s/r tyre

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jul 2006 56,825 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

small cut in tread of n/s/r tyre

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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R324 JPC is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R324 JPC, 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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What year was R324 JPC registered?

R324 JPC is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R324 JPC safe to buy?

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