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S459 DHU

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,917 mi
Last recorded106,917 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS459 DHU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 106,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 104,154 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 104,132 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Oct 2010 98,782 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 91,109 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 90,841 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 81,012 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 72,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 65,395 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 60,899 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 60,899 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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S459 DHU is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 S459 DHU, 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 S459 DHU registered?

S459 DHU is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is S459 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S459 DHU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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