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R355 HVV

1998 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,726 mi
Last recorded38,726 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR355 HVV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,726 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 37,539 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 36,683 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 35,380 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 35,380 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 34,714 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 34,714 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 33,189 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2006 27,248 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2005 20,214 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 20,212 miles

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

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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R355 HVV is a 1998 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R355 HVV, 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 R355 HVV registered?

R355 HVV is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R355 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R355 HVV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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