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R644 SJO

1997 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

81,819 mi
Last recorded81,819 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR644 SJO
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 81,819 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 69,738 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both outer sills corrcded

Fail 20 Jul 2013 69,710 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 67,748 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 64,000 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 60,099 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 56,335 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 52,059 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 46,973 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 42,275 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 37,213 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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R644 SJO is a 1997 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R644 SJO, 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 R644 SJO registered?

R644 SJO is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R644 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R644 SJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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