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S249 FBN

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

72,574 mi
Last recorded72,574 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS249 FBN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 72,574 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 71,832 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 71,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 71,326 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 71,326 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 69,526 miles

Minor oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 66,175 miles

Slight corrosion to front exhaust

Slight weep from N/S drieshaft sesl

Fail 24 Sep 2014 66,175 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

N/S Front and N/S Rear brakes slightly binding

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight corrosion to front exhaust

Slight weep from N/S drieshaft sesl

Pass 24 Sep 2013 64,067 miles

Front exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 64,067 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Front exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 61,574 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 61,574 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 59,170 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

near side door mirror slight loose

near side outer washer jet inop

Pass 29 Sep 2011 59,170 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

near side door mirror slight loose

near side outer washer jet inop

Fail 23 Sep 2010 56,338 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 56,338 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 51,186 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 51,186 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 47,251 miles

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

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

n/s and o/s rear tyres cracking but not split

n/s door mirror loose

Pass 17 Sep 2007 43,040 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 37,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

has slight leak of exhaust gas from front pipe

Pass 11 Sep 2006 37,295 miles

has slight leak of exhaust gas from front pipe

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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S249 FBN is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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

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 S249 FBN, 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

How do I check the history of S249 FBN?

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What year was S249 FBN registered?

S249 FBN is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 22 January 1999.

Is S249 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S249 FBN shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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