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V87 PKE

1999 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,955 mi
Last recorded27,955 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV87 PKE
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,955 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 27,955 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2013 27,439 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,279 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 24,917 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,410 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 21,187 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 18,358 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 16,753 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 16,753 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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V87 PKE is a 1999 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V87 PKE, 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 V87 PKE registered?

V87 PKE is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V87 PKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V87 PKE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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