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R549 LFJ

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,674 mi
Last recorded59,674 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR549 LFJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2009 59,674 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 59,674 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 56,233 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 50,692 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 43,337 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 43,337 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipes behind covers and fuel tank unable to fully check

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

Covers fitted to inner wings unble to fully check

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear number plate slightly faded

Slight play to steering rack

Steering rack slightly damp

Pass 12 Jul 2005 42,663 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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R549 LFJ is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green 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 R549 LFJ, 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 R549 LFJ registered?

R549 LFJ is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R549 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R549 LFJ 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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