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V814 FJR

1999 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,396 mi
Last recorded72,396 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV814 FJR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2013 72,396 miles

front brake pads low

n/s/f tyre cut in side wall worn inner edge

Fail 12 Oct 2013 72,390 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

front brake pads low

n/s/f tyre cut in side wall worn inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2012 67,120 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 67,054 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 62,022 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

front pads low

n/s/f cv boot cracked

n/s/r handbrake has a slight bind cable worn

o/s/r tyre nail in tread

Pass 19 Oct 2010 58,061 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 53,454 miles

exhaust front pipe corroded

n/s/f wheel rim distorted

Fail 15 Oct 2008 49,000 miles

Handbrake cable rubs on n/s/r chassis rail

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

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

PAS pipe rubs on anti roll bar

Wiper split o/s/f

Pass 15 Oct 2008 49,000 miles

Handbrake cable rubs on n/s/r chassis rail

PAS pipe rubs on anti roll bar

Wiper split o/s/f

Pass 16 Oct 2007 45,314 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 41,495 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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V814 FJR is a 1999 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V814 FJR, 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 V814 FJR registered?

V814 FJR is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 14 October 1999.

Is V814 FJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V814 FJR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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