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W221 YCE

2000 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,283 mi
Last recorded34,283 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 2000 Rover 21655,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW221 YCE
MakeRover
Model216
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2015 34,283 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 32,967 miles

wiper blades splitting

Fail 29 Oct 2012 32,967 miles

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

wiper blades splitting

Pass 24 Oct 2011 32,090 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Power steering pipes damp with fluid no leak apparent at time of test.

Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,307 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 31,307 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

centre stop light not working

Pass 2 Nov 2009 30,170 miles

Power steering reservoir damp with fluid, no leak apparent at time of test.

Pass 17 Oct 2008 29,279 miles

Oil present on power steering reservoir no leak apparent at time of test.

Fail 17 Oct 2008 29,279 miles

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

Oil present on power steering reservoir no leak apparent at time of test.

Pass 27 Oct 2007 27,418 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 24,867 miles

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

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

both front tyre outer walls cracking

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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W221 YCE is a 2000 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2000 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 55,710 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 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W221 YCE, 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 26 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W221 YCE registered?

W221 YCE is a 2000 Rover 216, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W221 YCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W221 YCE 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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