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S916 MTH

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,950 mi
Last recorded31,950 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS916 MTH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,950 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,260 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 18 Aug 2011 28,345 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all rear brake pipes corrodid but not to excess

Fail 11 Aug 2011 28,345 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all rear brake pipes corrodid but not to excess

Pass 9 Aug 2010 27,424 miles

front brake noise, front number plate damaged and taped, front brakes binding and over heated

Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,006 miles

front number plate, suspension and underside rusty, front brakes binding, exhaust rusty

Pass 8 Aug 2008 26,394 miles

osr brake noise major, foot and hand u/bal 48%, corrosion to roof seam, osf tyre wall det, osf ferrule minor det, f discs det, exh flanges det,

Fail 6 Aug 2008 26,390 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

osr brake noise major, foot and hand u/bal 48%, corrosion to roof seam, osf tyre wall det, osf ferrule minor det, f discs det, exh flanges det,

Pass 10 Aug 2007 26,096 miles

front number plate cracked, exhaust rusty

Pass 16 Aug 2006 25,741 miles

wiper blades torn slightly

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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S916 MTH is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S916 MTH, 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 S916 MTH registered?

S916 MTH is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is S916 MTH safe to buy?

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