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V971 XBW

1999 Rover 220

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

117,629 mi
Last recorded117,629 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 22093,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV971 XBW
MakeRover
Model220
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2011 117,629 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 112,249 miles

exhaust back box corroded and slight blow

fuel feed pipe to pump insercure

handbrake has a 50% inbalance

high level brake light less than 50% not working

indicator bulbs at rear showing slight white light

ns mirror cover cracked

nsf tyre feathered on edges

rear axle bushe delaminated from outer housing

rear bumper cracked on ns

slight play in osf wheel side to side

sticker in zone b, air freshner hanging from rear view mirror,

Fail 2 Dec 2010 112,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust back box corroded and slight blow

fuel feed pipe to pump insercure

handbrake has a 50% inbalance

high level brake light less than 50% not working

indicator bulbs at rear showing slight white light

ns mirror cover cracked

nsf tyre feathered on edges

rear axle bushe delaminated from outer housing

rear bumper cracked on ns

slight play in osf wheel side to side

sticker in zone b, air freshner hanging from rear view mirror,

Pass 26 Oct 2009 109,076 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 109,076 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 105,219 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 99,353 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 99,353 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 92,848 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 92,848 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2005 86,124 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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V971 XBW is a 1999 Rover 220 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1999 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 93,348 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 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V971 XBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V971 XBW registered?

V971 XBW is a 1999 Rover 220, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V971 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V971 XBW shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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