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WNZ 3844

1997 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,343 mi
Last recorded32,343 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNZ 3844
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 32,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Oct 2017 31,941 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Sep 2016 21,592 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 21,531 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 21,244 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 20,574 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 20,125 miles

slight deterioration in rear section of exhaust.

Pass 13 Oct 2011 19,556 miles

Both rear tyres, outer walls showing signs of deterioration

nearside rear brake, slightly binding.

Pass 18 Oct 2010 18,280 miles

rear tyres showing slight deterioration

slight surface corrosion to front & rear suspension components

Fail 18 Oct 2010 18,274 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear tyres showing slight deterioration

slight surface corrosion to front & rear suspension components

slight wheel binding to nearside rear wheel

Pass 20 Oct 2009 17,518 miles

both rear tyres are cracking

Pass 23 Oct 2008 16,497 miles

Rear Tyres showing signs of deteriation/ cracking to outer tyre walls.

Pass 19 Oct 2007 15,767 miles

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

One bulb not working in high level brake light

Pass 16 Oct 2006 14,399 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 20 Oct 2005 13,084 miles

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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WNZ 3844 is a 1997 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 70,385 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 WNZ 3844, 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 29 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WNZ 3844 registered?

WNZ 3844 is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is WNZ 3844 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNZ 3844 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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