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V726 SVV

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,853 mi
Last recorded79,853 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV726 SVV
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2010 79,853 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

n/s/f tyre showing signs of perishing

slight oil leak from g/box

Pass 1 Aug 2009 78,372 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 76,350 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 72,243 miles

Report rear brakes have an imbalance of 52%

Pass 21 Aug 2007 64,947 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS VERY LOW.

N/S HEADLAMP MOISTURE INSIDE LAMP

O/S AND N/S REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING.

Pass 14 Aug 2006 58,843 miles

AUTO GEAR BOX OIL LEAKING AND OIL WILL DAMAGE ANTI ROLL BAR BUSH.

O/S AND N/S REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING N/S REAR TYRE ALSO SHOWING SLIGHT DISTORTION.

Fail 14 Aug 2006 58,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

AUTO GEAR BOX OIL LEAKING AND OIL WILL DAMAGE ANTI ROLL BAR BUSH.

O/S AND N/S REAR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING N/S REAR ALSO SLIGHT DISTORTION.

Pass 12 Aug 2005 52,696 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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V726 SVV is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V726 SVV, 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 V726 SVV?

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What year was V726 SVV registered?

V726 SVV is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V726 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V726 SVV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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