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V998 OKN

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,870 mi
Last recorded36,870 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV998 OKN
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 36,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 33,504 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 33,504 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2018 32,187 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 31,100 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 28,140 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 27,122 miles

rear tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 17 Nov 2014 25,854 miles

age related perishing on tyre sidewalls

Pass 1 Nov 2013 24,547 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 24,547 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 22,912 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 21,460 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 19,802 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 18,238 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 16,490 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 14,915 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2007 14,895 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2006 13,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 13,985 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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V998 OKN is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 V998 OKN, 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 V998 OKN registered?

V998 OKN is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is V998 OKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V998 OKN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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