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R622 LAP

1998 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,770 mi
Last recorded98,770 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR622 LAP
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 98,770 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 89,204 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2008 88,642 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 77,561 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 65,576 miles

Front exhaust mount modified from original.Front body panel been replaced.

Fail 28 Jul 2006 65,576 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 53,647 miles

CENTRE HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING

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

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

lower core of radiator broken away

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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R622 LAP is a 1998 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 71,303 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R622 LAP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R622 LAP registered?

R622 LAP is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R622 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R622 LAP 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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