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V544 HAU

1999 Rover 216

Black Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

60,517 mi
Last recorded60,517 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV544 HAU
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 60,517 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 60,499 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 May 2013 55,621 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 May 2013 55,621 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 May 2012 51,612 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 47,262 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 26 May 2011 47,262 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 17 May 2010 41,849 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre 2mm on inner edge

Fail 12 May 2010 41,721 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre 2mm on inner edge

Pass 20 May 2009 33,976 miles

rear exhaust starting to corrode

rear tyres perishing/cracking

Pass 8 May 2008 26,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wiper blades starting to smear windscreen

Pass 18 May 2007 22,698 miles

both front tyres cracking in tread pattern

Pass 24 May 2006 21,670 miles

NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE.

Fail 24 May 2006 21,670 miles

NAIL IN N/S/R TYRE.

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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V544 HAU is a 1999 Rover 216 in Black with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V544 HAU, 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

How do I check the history of V544 HAU?

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What year was V544 HAU registered?

V544 HAU is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V544 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V544 HAU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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