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S831 FHR

1999 Rover 216

White Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,465 mi
Last recorded86,465 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS831 FHR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2010 86,465 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 80,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 71,761 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play within steering rack

Pass 13 Nov 2007 64,362 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 59,134 miles

slight play at o/s steering rack

Pass 7 Nov 2005 54,454 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 54,454 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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S831 FHR is a 1999 Rover 216 in White with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S831 FHR, 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

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What year was S831 FHR registered?

S831 FHR is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S831 FHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S831 FHR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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