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R991 HKH

1998 Rover 216I

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

105,165 mi
Last recorded105,165 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 HKH
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2008 105,165 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 105,165 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 103,493 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 103,493 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2006 95,752 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 95,752 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 1 May 2006 95,752 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R991 HKH is a 1998 Rover 216I in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R991 HKH, 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 R991 HKH registered?

R991 HKH is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R991 HKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 HKH shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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