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R23 VNP

1997 Rover 216I

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,897 mi
Last recorded120,897 miles
Recorded on22 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 216I78,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR23 VNP
MakeRover
Model216I
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2008 120,897 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 120,897 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 108,032 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

damage! n/s/r quater, o/s/f bonnet

n/s/r brake binding slightly

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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R23 VNP is a 1997 Rover 216I in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover 216I models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 78,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R23 VNP, 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 29 years old, this Rover 216I is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R23 VNP registered?

R23 VNP is a 1997 Rover 216I, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R23 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R23 VNP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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