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V982 MDM

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,131 mi
Last recorded52,131 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV982 MDM
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2013 52,131 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 49,504 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 46,981 miles

oil leak from oil pressure switch

Pass 6 Jan 2010 42,550 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 39,357 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 39,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 33,865 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 29,875 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 26,133 miles

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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V982 MDM is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V982 MDM, 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 V982 MDM registered?

V982 MDM is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V982 MDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V982 MDM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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