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R821 CJX

1998 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,082 mi
Last recorded88,082 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 CJX
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2009 88,082 miles

Coolant leak

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 85,069 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 81,641 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 78,159 miles

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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R821 CJX is a 1998 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R821 CJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R821 CJX?

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What year was R821 CJX registered?

R821 CJX is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R821 CJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R821 CJX shows 4 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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