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S766 UTU

1998 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,455 mi
Last recorded52,455 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS766 UTU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2011 52,455 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 50,465 miles

both front wiper blades worn

oil leak from gearbox

rear wiper blade badly worn and split

signs of a power steering fluid leak near power steering resovoir

Pass 5 Oct 2009 46,937 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 Sep 2008 43,375 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2007 40,306 miles

Alternator belt perished

Pass 27 Sep 2006 37,325 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 34,724 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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S766 UTU 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 100%.

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 S766 UTU, 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

How do I check the history of S766 UTU?

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What year was S766 UTU registered?

S766 UTU is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S766 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S766 UTU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S766 UTU have outstanding finance?

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