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S305 OLM

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,807 mi
Last recorded49,807 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS305 OLM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 49,807 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 46,894 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2018 44,702 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 44,702 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 42,501 miles

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

o/s/r tyre badly perished

Pass 19 Jan 2016 40,305 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 40,305 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 38,865 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 38,865 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 37,290 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 36,165 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 34,701 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 32,927 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 32,927 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 31,284 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 30,733 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 29,649 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 27,926 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 25,121 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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S305 OLM is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S305 OLM, 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 S305 OLM registered?

S305 OLM is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 12 February 1999.

Is S305 OLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S305 OLM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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