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R416 LCE

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,600 mi
Last recorded86,600 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 LCE
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2015 86,600 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 81,933 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 78,674 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 73,976 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 66,489 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 55,051 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2009 40,346 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 40,346 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 26,091 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 26,091 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 25,412 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 24,434 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R416 LCE is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R416 LCE, 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 R416 LCE registered?

R416 LCE is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R416 LCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R416 LCE 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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