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V478 FES

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,831 mi
Last recorded67,831 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV478 FES
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 67,831 miles

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

Front wiper blades poor condition

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 66,097 miles

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

exhaust down pipe slight blow

Pass 27 Jan 2014 64,541 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2014 64,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

off side rear tyre sidewall in poor condition

Pass 16 Jan 2013 62,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 60,872 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 57,973 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 54,945 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,882 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 47,686 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 43,651 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 43,651 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 39,157 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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V478 FES is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 V478 FES, 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 V478 FES registered?

V478 FES is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 16 November 1999.

Is V478 FES safe to buy?

The MOT history for V478 FES shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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