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V462 HVU

2000 Rover 216I

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,042 mi
Last recorded84,042 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV462 HVU
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 84,042 miles

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

One snow tyre fitted to offside front

offside outer sill corroded at rear

Fail 2 Mar 2015 84,040 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Auxillary belt needs replacing very poor condition

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake discs slightly worn

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

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

One snow tyre fitted to offside front

offside outer sill corroded at rear

Pass 17 Jan 2014 81,884 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 78,348 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 74,227 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 69,693 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 64,504 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 59,027 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 59,027 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 52,939 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 46,534 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 40,215 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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V462 HVU is a 2000 Rover 216I in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V462 HVU, 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 V462 HVU registered?

V462 HVU is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V462 HVU safe to buy?

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