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R392 HRP

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,134 mi
Last recorded41,134 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR392 HRP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 41,134 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 35,992 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 31,315 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 28,490 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 28,488 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2011 25,097 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 22,161 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 18,190 miles

front brake pads appear worn thin

vehicle is very dirty

Fail 7 Jan 2009 18,185 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

front brake pads appear worn thin

vehicle is very dirty

Pass 3 Jan 2008 17,351 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 16,312 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 15,427 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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R392 HRP is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R392 HRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R392 HRP registered?

R392 HRP is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 16 December 1997.

Is R392 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R392 HRP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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