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R41 AAB

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,605 mi
Last recorded16,605 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 AAB
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 16,605 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 15,311 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 15,122 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 14,094 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 13,259 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 12,504 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 12,012 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 11,638 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 11,070 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 8,676 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 8,288 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 8,193 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 8,151 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 8,031 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 7,986 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 7,789 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 7,628 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 7,099 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 6,885 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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R41 AAB is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R41 AAB, 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 R41 AAB registered?

R41 AAB is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R41 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 AAB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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