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T197 ASR

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

77,605 mi
Last recorded77,605 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 ASR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 77,605 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 77,605 miles

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

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 74,566 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 74,552 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 72,234 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 72,224 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 70,112 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 68,049 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 65,791 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 65,791 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 May 2010 63,700 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 61,929 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 61,929 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 60,399 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 58,537 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 56,986 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 56,986 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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T197 ASR is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,216 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T197 ASR, 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 27 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 T197 ASR registered?

T197 ASR is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 22 March 1999.

Is T197 ASR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T197 ASR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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