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S957 MJB

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,547 mi
Last recorded60,547 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS957 MJB
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 60,547 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres starting to crack and hav small cuts

noise from engine

radiator in poor condition

Pass 24 Sep 2015 54,637 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 53,599 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 53,572 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 52,587 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2012 51,385 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 50,266 miles

O/S/R wheel starting to bind

Fail 10 Aug 2011 50,247 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

O/S/R wheel starting to bind

Pass 18 Aug 2010 48,839 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 47,137 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 47,137 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 45,587 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 44,285 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 42,109 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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S957 MJB is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S957 MJB, 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.

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What year was S957 MJB registered?

S957 MJB is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S957 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S957 MJB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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