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T247 CFJ

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,563 mi
Last recorded32,563 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT247 CFJ
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 32,563 miles

Front Both rear outer sills corroded but not to the extent that they weaken the body structure.

Fail 1 Jun 2020 32,563 miles

Front Both rear outer sills corroded but not to the extent that they weaken the body structure.

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2019 32,546 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 32,504 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 32,472 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 32,472 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2016 32,395 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 32,266 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 32,087 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 31,892 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2012 31,538 miles

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

Offside front tyre has slight crack in tread.

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,136 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 30,796 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 30,406 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,840 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,172 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 29,148 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 28,053 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 27,196 miles

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

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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T247 CFJ is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 T247 CFJ, 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.

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What year was T247 CFJ registered?

T247 CFJ is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is T247 CFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T247 CFJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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