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V957 HVC

1999 Rover 216

Blue Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,439 mi
Last recorded67,439 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV957 HVC
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 67,439 miles

NSR OSR Tyres cracking outer walls

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 21 Nov 2014 67,439 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

NSR OSR Tyres cracking outer walls

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Oct 2013 64,872 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 61,494 miles

n/s/r tyre perished 185/55v15

o/s/r tyre perished 185/55v15

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 56,714 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 52,878 miles

aux belt is slightly cracking

rear tyre side walls are slightly cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2009 48,371 miles

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)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 44,345 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2008 44,345 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 40,534 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 36,897 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 32,421 miles

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

n/s/r brake performance low

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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V957 HVC is a 1999 Rover 216 in Blue with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V957 HVC, 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 V957 HVC registered?

V957 HVC is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V957 HVC safe to buy?

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