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R437 LUF

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,667 mi
Last recorded72,667 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR437 LUF
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 72,667 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 72,667 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 70,774 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 70,774 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 67,822 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 64,835 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 64,831 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 60,924 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 55,010 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 55,010 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 51,212 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 51,212 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 46,859 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 43,139 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 43,139 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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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R437 LUF is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R437 LUF, 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.

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What year was R437 LUF registered?

R437 LUF is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is R437 LUF safe to buy?

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