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V943 GJR

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,118 mi
Last recorded45,118 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV943 GJR
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 45,118 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 9 Apr 2015 44,991 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Jan 2014 32,310 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 31,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 31,019 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 30,160 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,113 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 27,801 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2008 26,003 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 24,818 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,605 miles

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

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

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

offside rear tyre perishing on outer wall

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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V943 GJR is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V943 GJR, 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 V943 GJR registered?

V943 GJR is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V943 GJR safe to buy?

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