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R847 HGH

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,388 mi
Last recorded42,388 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 HGH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 42,388 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 41,329 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 40,225 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 38,782 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 38,781 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 37,106 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,332 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 33,465 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 32,076 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 32,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 30,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

condensation to nearside headlight lens

Pass 7 Jul 2010 29,526 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 28,489 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 27,155 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 25,549 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 25,549 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,919 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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R847 HGH is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R847 HGH, 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.

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What year was R847 HGH registered?

R847 HGH is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R847 HGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R847 HGH shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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