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V765 JGD

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,828 mi
Last recorded86,828 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV765 JGD
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2013 86,828 miles

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

electrolyte around but no signs of leak from battery

Fail 22 Mar 2013 86,825 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

electrolyte around but no signs of leak from battery

Pass 17 Apr 2012 72,430 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 66,902 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 49,809 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 38,409 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 35,134 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 32,016 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 27,982 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 25,176 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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V765 JGD is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V765 JGD, 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 V765 JGD registered?

V765 JGD is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 20 December 1999.

Is V765 JGD safe to buy?

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