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S981 MJB

1998 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,948 mi
Last recorded120,948 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS981 MJB
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 120,948 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 120,885 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 116,195 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 110,854 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 105,661 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 96,874 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2010 85,308 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 72,868 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2007 60,309 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 48,290 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 43,473 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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S981 MJB is a 1998 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S981 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S981 MJB registered?

S981 MJB is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 19 November 1998.

Is S981 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S981 MJB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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