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R891 KVE

1998 Rover 216I

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,282 mi
Last recorded63,282 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR891 KVE
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2009 63,282 miles

power steering reservoir damp

Pass 20 Jun 2008 58,233 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear and n/s front shocks slight leaks

p/s pipes damp

Fail 17 Jun 2008 58,160 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear and n/s front shocks slight leaks

p/s pipes damp

Pass 5 Jun 2007 51,316 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 49,902 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2005 46,174 miles

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

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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R891 KVE is a 1998 Rover 216I in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R891 KVE, 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 R891 KVE registered?

R891 KVE is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R891 KVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R891 KVE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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