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S384 TNP

1998 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,355 mi
Last recorded136,355 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 216I71,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS384 TNP
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2009 136,355 miles

scratches in windscreen

Fail 11 Mar 2009 136,355 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

scratches in windscreen

Fail 20 Oct 2008 133,360 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

scratches in front windscreen

Fail 26 Sep 2007 123,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 123,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 108,336 miles

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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S384 TNP is a 1998 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 71,303 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 S384 TNP, 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 28 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S384 TNP registered?

S384 TNP is a 1998 Rover 216I, first registered on 8 December 1998.

Is S384 TNP safe to buy?

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