CarVerify

Free Car Check

S839 RDA

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,337 mi
Last recorded76,337 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS839 RDA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 76,337 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 75,229 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 73,475 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 73,454 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 71,702 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 69,984 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight ex blow on front gasket (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 68,071 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 66,029 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 64,175 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 57,450 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 51,879 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 50,780 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 47,259 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 42,708 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 36,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 29,468 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 24,467 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
Full Rover 216 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S839 RDA is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S839 RDA, 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 S839 RDA?

You can check the full history of S839 RDA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S839 RDA registered?

S839 RDA is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 25 February 1999.

Is S839 RDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S839 RDA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S839 RDA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S839 RDA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.