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V540 DPA

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,861 mi
Last recorded66,861 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV540 DPA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 66,861 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

play detected at offside and nearside inner steering arm joints

rear section exhaust shows heavy corrosion

Fail 15 Jun 2013 66,861 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play detected at offside and nearside inner steering arm joints

rear section exhaust shows heavy corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2012 65,793 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

battery insecure

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside headlamp has slight condensation

slight bind detected when rotating offside rear wheel by hand

Pass 29 Mar 2011 65,789 miles

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

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

nearside mirror insecure

Fail 29 Mar 2011 65,789 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside mirror insecure

Pass 26 Mar 2010 64,995 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 64,193 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 60,434 miles

Battery insecure

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 57,337 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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V540 DPA is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V540 DPA, 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.

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What year was V540 DPA registered?

V540 DPA is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V540 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V540 DPA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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