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S354 APJ

1999 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,909 mi
Last recorded75,909 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS354 APJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012 75,909 miles

o/s/r wheel slightly binding

slight exhaust blow at front pipe

slight play at o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 7 Feb 2011 75,166 miles

exhaust blows

n/s/f shock damp

Pass 3 Feb 2010 74,214 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s diff seal leaking

Fail 2 Feb 2009 72,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 72,462 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 70,184 miles

both front outer cv boots starting to crack

cover on n/s door mirror missing

o/s/f wiper blade split on ends

strong advice rear exhaust box rusting and starting to blow

tyre wear started on o/s/f and n/s/r

Pass 30 Jan 2007 67,726 miles

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

both sides rear indicators fading to white

Pass 8 Feb 2006 64,559 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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S354 APJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S354 APJ, 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.

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What year was S354 APJ registered?

S354 APJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 28 January 1999.

Is S354 APJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S354 APJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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