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V248 KBA

2000 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,878 mi
Last recorded56,878 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Rover 21655,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV248 KBA
MakeRover
Model216
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2015 56,878 miles

offside front tyre has a low inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,620 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 52,729 miles

Large cracks in nearside rear tyre but not to the cords

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2012 50,158 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 47,344 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 47,344 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 44,570 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 41,525 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 39,640 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 36,215 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 36,215 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 30,382 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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V248 KBA is a 2000 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 55,710 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 V248 KBA, 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 26 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V248 KBA registered?

V248 KBA is a 2000 Rover 216, first registered on 23 February 2000.

Is V248 KBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V248 KBA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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