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S972 EUM

1999 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

156,768 mi
Last recorded156,768 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 22093,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS972 EUM
MakeRover
Model220
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2011 156,768 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 151,778 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 144,458 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2008 138,387 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 131,675 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

front registration plate is slightly damaged

Fail 6 Dec 2007 131,675 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak

front registration plate is slightly damaged

Pass 4 Dec 2006 123,962 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 123,962 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 107,438 miles

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

non obligatory mirror damaged

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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S972 EUM is a 1999 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 93,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S972 EUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S972 EUM registered?

S972 EUM is a 1999 Rover 220, first registered on 1 February 1999.

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