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R893 JGH

1997 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,317 mi
Last recorded47,317 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 JGH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2012 47,317 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 43,573 miles

air bag warning lamp on

drivers wiper blade starting to split

slight exhaust blow from front pipe

Fail 9 Apr 2011 43,568 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

air bag warning lamp on

drivers wiper blade starting to split

slight exhaust blow from front pipe

Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,419 miles

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

nearside front tyre has several small cuts in outer sidewall (not deep enough to reach ply/cord) tread down to 3mm

Pass 30 Aug 2007 37,527 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre has a cut in the out side wall but not to the cords

Fail 29 Aug 2007 37,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/r tyre has a cut in the outer side wall but not to the cords

Pass 16 Jun 2006 31,063 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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R893 JGH is a 1997 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R893 JGH, 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 R893 JGH registered?

R893 JGH is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R893 JGH safe to buy?

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