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H288 YAU

1991 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,837 mi
Last recorded156,837 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2005
Typical for 1991 Rover 21497,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH288 YAU
MakeRover
Model214
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2005 156,837 miles

Slight cracking to front number plate.

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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H288 YAU is a 1991 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 97,728 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 H288 YAU, 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 35 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 H288 YAU?

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What year was H288 YAU registered?

H288 YAU is a 1991 Rover 214, first registered on 15 February 1991.

Is H288 YAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H288 YAU shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H288 YAU have outstanding finance?

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