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V808 DSL

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

115,234 mi
Last recorded115,234 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV808 DSL
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 115,234 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 103,760 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 94,740 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 84,895 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 84,895 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 76,400 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 67,333 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 67,333 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 66,939 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise rear tyres show signs of perrishing

Pass 7 Jul 2011 66,939 miles

advise rear tyres show signs of perrishing

Pass 7 Jul 2010 65,112 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2010 65,112 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 63,025 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 60,299 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 60,299 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 56,844 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Jul 2006 51,731 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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V808 DSL is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 V808 DSL, 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

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What year was V808 DSL registered?

V808 DSL is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is V808 DSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V808 DSL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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