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R126 FKH

1997 Rover 216

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,436 mi
Last recorded76,436 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Rover 21670,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 FKH
MakeRover
Model216
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2011 76,436 miles

wiper blades split

Pass 7 Jun 2010 74,378 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 71,791 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 69,641 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 66,820 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 63,344 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 63,344 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 58,401 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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R126 FKH is a 1997 Rover 216 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R126 FKH, 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.

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What year was R126 FKH registered?

R126 FKH is a 1997 Rover 216, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R126 FKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 FKH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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