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W249 XBV

2000 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,647 mi
Last recorded33,647 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Rover 21655,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW249 XBV
MakeRover
Model216
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 33,647 miles

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

rear tyres perished

Pass 5 Mar 2012 33,523 miles

engine has a slight miss fire

Pass 22 Feb 2011 32,662 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)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 23 Feb 2010 31,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 29,878 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 28,296 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 27,089 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 27,077 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2006 26,042 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 26,042 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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W249 XBV is a 2000 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 W249 XBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W249 XBV registered?

W249 XBV is a 2000 Rover 216, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W249 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W249 XBV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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