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S119 MFL

1998 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,305 mi
Last recorded58,305 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS119 MFL
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2008 58,305 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 79,855 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 52,225 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 52,222 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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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S119 MFL is a 1998 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S119 MFL, 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 S119 MFL registered?

S119 MFL is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S119 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S119 MFL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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