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R536 FWS

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,579 mi
Last recorded61,579 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR536 FWS
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2009 61,579 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 56,879 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 53,035 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 53,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 49,214 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 49,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2005 43,817 miles

front tyres worn low (3mm)

advise front brake check for inbalance of brake performance

advise rear brake inspection as squeeling when operated

front brake pads worn low

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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R536 FWS is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R536 FWS, 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 R536 FWS?

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What year was R536 FWS registered?

R536 FWS is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 27 November 1997.

Is R536 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R536 FWS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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