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R477 GEB

1997 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

84,000 mi
Last recorded84,000 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR477 GEB
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2012 84,000 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 84,000 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 52,523 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 51,394 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 9 Feb 2009 49,686 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 47,505 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 45,419 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 45,419 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 41,945 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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R477 GEB is a 1997 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R477 GEB, 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 R477 GEB registered?

R477 GEB is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R477 GEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R477 GEB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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