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S718 JTS

1998 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,669 mi
Last recorded128,669 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS718 JTS
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2010 128,669 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 128,669 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 122,478 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 118,430 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 115,675 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 115,675 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 111,993 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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S718 JTS is a 1998 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,963 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 S718 JTS, 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 28 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 S718 JTS registered?

S718 JTS is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S718 JTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S718 JTS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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