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W657 AAV

2000 Rover 216

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,946 mi
Last recorded53,946 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Rover 21655,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW657 AAV
MakeRover
Model216
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2015 53,946 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear of catalytic converter (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 49,882 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

surface corrosion appearing on underbody mechanical components and vehicle structure

Pass 16 Sep 2013 48,169 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 46,818 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 42,306 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 42,286 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 38,850 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,553 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 10 Sep 2008 37,114 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)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 33,285 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 30,027 miles

off side rear tyre perished

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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W657 AAV is a 2000 Rover 216 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W657 AAV, 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 W657 AAV registered?

W657 AAV is a 2000 Rover 216, first registered on 22 March 2000.

Is W657 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W657 AAV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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