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R404 DTG

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

38,513 mi
Last recorded38,513 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 DTG
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 38,513 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy box (8.1.1 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 38,513 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy box (8.1.1 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 33,202 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 33,202 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 30,070 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 27,378 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 24,742 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 24,742 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 22,540 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 20,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 18,285 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 19 Jul 2011 16,162 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 7 Jul 2010 15,286 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,045 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,847 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 11,736 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 10,426 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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R404 DTG is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R404 DTG, 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 R404 DTG registered?

R404 DTG is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R404 DTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 DTG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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