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R530 LCW

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,626 mi
Last recorded41,626 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR530 LCW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2011 41,626 miles

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

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

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

centre rear seat belt not fitted at time of test

high level stop lamp not working not sure if connected

Pass 24 Feb 2010 25,546 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,845 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,477 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,256 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 21,426 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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R530 LCW is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LCW, 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 R530 LCW registered?

R530 LCW is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R530 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R530 LCW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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