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S578 DHW

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,632 mi
Last recorded66,632 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS578 DHW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 66,632 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 66,616 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 65,869 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 65,847 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2013 62,820 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 62,820 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 9 May 2012 61,328 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 59,562 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 58,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 56,597 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 55,138 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 53,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 51,409 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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S578 DHW is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S578 DHW, 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 S578 DHW?

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What year was S578 DHW registered?

S578 DHW is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S578 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S578 DHW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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