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S542 OMJ

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,991 mi
Last recorded144,991 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS542 OMJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 144,991 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 136,127 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 128,794 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 121,835 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 116,995 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 107,977 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 101,084 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 100,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 90,783 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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S542 OMJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S542 OMJ, 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

How do I check the history of S542 OMJ?

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What year was S542 OMJ registered?

S542 OMJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S542 OMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S542 OMJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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