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W991 AJB

1999 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,319 mi
Last recorded49,319 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 1999 Rover 21660,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW991 AJB
MakeRover
Model216
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 49,319 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2014 49,319 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 28 Dec 2012 47,255 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,994 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 43,014 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 40,601 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 38,401 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to split and perish

oil prescent in coolant system possable head gasket failure

vin plate is missing from nearside 'b' post used stamp in no' on bulk head

Fail 20 Feb 2009 38,401 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre starting to split and perish

oil prescent in coolant system possable head gasket failure

vin plate is missing from nearside 'b' post used stamp in no' on bulk head

Pass 26 Feb 2008 35,341 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 26,232 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 21,417 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 21,390 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major 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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W991 AJB is a 1999 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,216 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 W991 AJB, 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 27 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 W991 AJB registered?

W991 AJB is a 1999 Rover 216, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W991 AJB safe to buy?

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