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R373 WOM

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,613 mi
Last recorded93,613 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 WOM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 93,613 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 78,622 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 78,612 miles

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

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)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 70,986 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 70,205 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 69,604 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 66,561 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 57,913 miles

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

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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R373 WOM is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R373 WOM, 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 R373 WOM registered?

R373 WOM is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R373 WOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R373 WOM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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