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V173 GOT

2000 Rover 216I

Black Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,651 mi
Last recorded99,651 miles
Recorded on19 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV173 GOT
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2011 99,651 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 May 2011 99,633 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 May 2010 92,467 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2010 92,467 miles

Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 85,635 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 7 Mar 2008 79,103 miles

osf tyre worn close to limit

Pass 21 Feb 2007 71,958 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 58,402 miles

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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V173 GOT is a 2000 Rover 216I in Black with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V173 GOT, 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 V173 GOT registered?

V173 GOT is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 20 January 2000.

Is V173 GOT safe to buy?

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