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R530 CGN

1997 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

55,837 mi
Last recorded55,837 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 CGN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 55,837 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 51,863 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,807 miles

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

off side rear brake slightly binding but not to excess.

rear exhaust box corroded but not to excess

Pass 5 Mar 2011 49,566 miles

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

front tyres on limit

Pass 2 Mar 2010 48,270 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 46,634 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 44,970 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2007 42,713 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 42,713 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 40,127 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished but not to excess.

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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R530 CGN is a 1997 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R530 CGN, 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

How do I check the history of R530 CGN?

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What year was R530 CGN registered?

R530 CGN is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R530 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 CGN shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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