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G238 VWS

1990 Rover 214

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,604 mi
Last recorded112,604 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2006
Typical for 1990 Rover 214100,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG238 VWS
MakeRover
Model214
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2006 112,604 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 112,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise nearside front indicator lamp

Pass 24 Jan 2006 109,560 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise both rear trailing arm bushes

non obligatory mirror damaged

How Reliable is the Rover 214?

Based on 1,033,973 MOT tests across 183,124 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
4,425
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
183,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,012
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 49,655
Brake pipe excessively corroded 42,958
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 40,016
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,983
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G238 VWS is a 1990 Rover 214 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 100,674 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 214 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,012 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G238 VWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 214 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Rover 214 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G238 VWS?

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What year was G238 VWS registered?

G238 VWS is a 1990 Rover 214, first registered on 29 January 1990.

Is G238 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G238 VWS 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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