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V129 MRO

2000 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,718 mi
Last recorded51,718 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV129 MRO
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 51,718 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front tyres have started to deteriorate

Pass 17 May 2013 51,089 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust system corroded and blowing slightly

Pass 23 May 2012 50,937 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust is slightly corroded

Fail 23 May 2012 50,937 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear exhaust is slightly corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2011 50,722 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 50,722 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 49,929 miles

o/s/f shocker starting to leak

Pass 8 Apr 2009 49,108 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 48,493 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007
Pass 20 Feb 2006 42,402 miles

off side front suspesion leg weeping

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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V129 MRO is a 2000 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V129 MRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V129 MRO registered?

V129 MRO is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 9 February 2000.

Is V129 MRO safe to buy?

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