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S73 KBK

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,374 mi
Last recorded51,374 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS73 KBK
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 51,374 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 50,265 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 49,183 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 49,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 48,168 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 46,367 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 46,367 miles

Nearside Front Upper Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2014 46,289 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 46,289 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,804 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 45,802 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 45,429 miles

battery insecure

Fail 25 Apr 2012 42,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

battery insecure

Pass 10 May 2011 45,048 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 42,791 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 41,711 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 41,711 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 328,211 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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S73 KBK is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S73 KBK, 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 S73 KBK registered?

S73 KBK is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S73 KBK safe to buy?

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