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R470 DJV

1998 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

87,448 mi
Last recorded87,448 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR470 DJV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 87,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside side repeator slightly loose

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

Wipers are deteriorating

Fail 27 Aug 2010 83,813 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 83,813 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 74,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 74,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 65,653 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 65,653 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 59,738 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 59,738 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 55,413 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2006 55,413 miles

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

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

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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R470 DJV is a 1998 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 R470 DJV, 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 R470 DJV registered?

R470 DJV is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R470 DJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R470 DJV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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