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S135 GDM

1999 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,720 mi
Last recorded60,720 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS135 GDM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2011 60,720 miles

Oil leak

dampness around the brake sevo

Pass 15 Jan 2010 52,987 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 52,987 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

hand brake travel high

n/s front drive shaft boot perished

o/s+n/s front tyres getting close to limit 1.6mm

Pass 14 Jan 2009 46,658 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 44,739 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 43,123 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 43,123 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 42,011 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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S135 GDM is a 1999 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,216 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 S135 GDM, 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 27 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S135 GDM registered?

S135 GDM is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S135 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S135 GDM shows 8 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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