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V454 DBL

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,416 mi
Last recorded73,416 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV454 DBL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 73,416 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front wing damaged

Fail 15 Nov 2018 73,416 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front wing damaged

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 64,315 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 60,364 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 60,358 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Tyre has ply or cords exposed and bulged (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 58,736 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 56,446 miles

osr tyre perished

Pass 17 Sep 2013 53,755 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 51,051 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 48,923 miles

wear front disc

Pass 14 Sep 2010 46,084 miles

wear front disc

Pass 22 Sep 2009 43,401 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 40,367 miles

disc pads low on front

Pass 20 Sep 2007 36,213 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 31,755 miles

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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V454 DBL is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V454 DBL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V454 DBL registered?

V454 DBL is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V454 DBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V454 DBL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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