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S980 GKO

1998 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,331 mi
Last recorded95,331 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS980 GKO
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2015 95,331 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 87,991 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front tyre perishing/cracking

Fail 9 May 2013 85,011 miles

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

o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 9 May 2013 85,011 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 18 Apr 2012 82,376 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 9 May 2011 79,797 miles

nearside mirror damaged

Fail 5 May 2011 79,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside mirror damaged

Fail 5 May 2010 75,028 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2010 75,028 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 67,085 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 6 May 2009 67,085 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 60,586 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 53,825 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 47,555 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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S980 GKO is a 1998 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S980 GKO, 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 S980 GKO registered?

S980 GKO is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S980 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S980 GKO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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