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W259 VJM

2000 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,192 mi
Last recorded48,192 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Rover 21655,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW259 VJM
MakeRover
Model216
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,192 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 48,192 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 41,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 38,063 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 35,050 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 35,050 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2008 31,000 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 27,547 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 24,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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W259 VJM is a 2000 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W259 VJM, 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 W259 VJM registered?

W259 VJM is a 2000 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W259 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W259 VJM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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