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V227 HRF

2000 Rover 216I

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

129,283 mi
Last recorded129,283 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV227 HRF
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 129,283 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Dec 2012 129,283 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 119,730 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

small hole in nearside outer sill at rear

Fail 9 Dec 2010 109,703 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 109,703 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 99,175 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 99,175 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 23 Dec 2008 90,759 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 90,759 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 79,577 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 79,577 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 23 Jan 2007 67,375 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 55,575 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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V227 HRF is a 2000 Rover 216I in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V227 HRF, 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 V227 HRF registered?

V227 HRF is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 18 January 2000.

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