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V891 GRN

2000 Rover 216I

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

61,941 mi
Last recorded61,941 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV891 GRN
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2013 61,941 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

both front tyres slightly perished

Fail 26 Jun 2013 61,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Oil leak

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 24 Jul 2012 59,054 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2012 59,054 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 53,494 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 52,385 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,476 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 44,776 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 44,775 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 38,052 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 29,190 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 29,190 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres badly cracking on tread

Fail 26 Oct 2005 26,408 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.D3)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 26,408 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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V891 GRN is a 2000 Rover 216I in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2000 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V891 GRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V891 GRN registered?

V891 GRN is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V891 GRN safe to buy?

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