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S284 RBV

1999 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,038 mi
Last recorded76,038 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
Typical for 1999 Rover 216I61,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS284 RBV
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2008 76,038 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 30 Apr 2007 72,302 miles

OSF TRACKROD ENNER JOINT SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 30 Apr 2007 72,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

OSF TRACKROD ENNER JOINT SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2006 63,713 miles

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

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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S284 RBV is a 1999 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 61,442 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 S284 RBV, 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 27 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S284 RBV registered?

S284 RBV is a 1999 Rover 216I, first registered on 25 February 1999.

Is S284 RBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S284 RBV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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