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V79 HEW

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,532 mi
Last recorded93,532 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV79 HEW
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 93,532 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

sligth play on racka rms

Fail 21 Feb 2015 93,532 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

sligth play on racka rms

Pass 25 Feb 2014 74,359 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 74,359 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 58,119 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 21 Feb 2013 58,097 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Feb 2012 55,625 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 54,747 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 53,672 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,376 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 51,266 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres badly perished on outer side walls

Fail 19 Feb 2008 51,266 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres badly perished on outer side walls

Pass 19 Feb 2007 50,031 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 48,554 miles

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

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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V79 HEW is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V79 HEW, 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 V79 HEW registered?

V79 HEW is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 9 September 1999.

Is V79 HEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V79 HEW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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