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R429 MJK

1998 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,303 mi
Last recorded65,303 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 MJK
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 65,303 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 64,168 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 63,463 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 59,857 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 54,993 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 54,993 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Outer Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 50,094 miles

brake pipes for corrosion\injury in windscreen

Fail 13 Jun 2008 49,908 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pipes for corrosion\injury in windscreen

Pass 22 Jun 2007 43,900 miles

chip in windscreen

Fail 22 Jun 2007 43,900 miles

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

chip in windscreen

Pass 30 Jun 2006 38,630 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2005 33,013 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2005 33,013 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

offside rear tyre perishing & low on tread

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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R429 MJK is a 1998 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R429 MJK, 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.

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What year was R429 MJK registered?

R429 MJK is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R429 MJK safe to buy?

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