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R851 GYJ

1997 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,439 mi
Last recorded19,439 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR851 GYJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 19,439 miles

o/side outer sill panel slightly corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2017 19,064 miles

rear outer sill panels slightly corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2016 18,694 miles

Offside Rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 20 Jan 2015 18,241 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 17,803 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 17,384 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 16,973 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 16,679 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 16,675 miles

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

nearside rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 19 Jan 2010 16,317 miles

advise n/s front head light slight condensation on lens edges.

Pass 19 Jan 2009 15,868 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 15,336 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 15,000 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 14,526 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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R851 GYJ is a 1997 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R851 GYJ, 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 R851 GYJ registered?

R851 GYJ is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R851 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R851 GYJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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