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R998 FRH

1997 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,001 mi
Last recorded41,001 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 FRH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 41,001 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 38,903 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 38,809 miles

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

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 36,917 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 35,342 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jun 2011 35,342 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 34,104 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2009 32,697 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 13,426 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 28,434 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 25,987 miles

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

both sides front outter ball joints on steering rack has slight play

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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R998 FRH is a 1997 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R998 FRH, 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 R998 FRH registered?

R998 FRH is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R998 FRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 FRH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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