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R516 SLE

1998 Rover 211

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,862 mi
Last recorded54,862 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 SLE
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2008 54,862 miles

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

slight bind n/s front brake

uneven wear to n/s rear tyre

Pass 19 Dec 2007 43,946 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 33,588 miles

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

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

SLIGHT LEAK FROM STEERING RACK

Pass 30 Dec 2005 23,356 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 211?

Based on 85,809 MOT tests across 10,592 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
4,516
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,365
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,024
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,511
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,324
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R516 SLE is a 1998 Rover 211 in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 211 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 62,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 211 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R516 SLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 211 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 211 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R516 SLE?

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What year was R516 SLE registered?

R516 SLE is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is R516 SLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R516 SLE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R516 SLE have outstanding finance?

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