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R422 EKK

1998 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,882 mi
Last recorded101,882 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 EKK
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2015 101,882 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 101,882 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 99,623 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 93,028 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front exhaust rusty

Fail 22 Jul 2013 93,028 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front exhaust rusty

Pass 23 Jul 2012 83,006 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 76,936 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 68,905 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 54,978 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 41,961 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 32,011 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 23,271 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

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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R422 EKK is a 1998 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 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 R422 EKK, 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 R422 EKK registered?

R422 EKK is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R422 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R422 EKK 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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