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W989 XGO

2000 Rover 216I

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

100,472 mi
Last recorded100,472 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2000 Rover 216I58,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW989 XGO
MakeRover
Model216I
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 100,472 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 100,472 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 94,927 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 94,927 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 91,703 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 91,697 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 90,188 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 87,976 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 84,124 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 84,100 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 74,373 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise: o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,373 miles

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

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

advise: o/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 7 Jun 2011 68,376 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s wipper spliting

Fail 7 Jun 2011 68,376 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s wipper spliting

Pass 24 May 2010 61,220 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 55,802 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 52,274 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 47,235 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 47,235 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Rover 216I?

Based on 62,165 MOT tests across 13,388 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
5,636
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
13,388
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,986
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,688
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,665
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,536
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,311
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W989 XGO is a 2000 Rover 216I in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2000 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 58,398 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 216I fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W989 XGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216I typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W989 XGO registered?

W989 XGO is a 2000 Rover 216I, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W989 XGO safe to buy?

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