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L296 EVP

1994 Rover 214

Multi-colour Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,432 mi
Last recorded37,432 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 1994 Rover 21485,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL296 EVP
MakeRover
Model214
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 37,432 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 33,837 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 32,566 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 32,489 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 32,489 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 32,428 miles

n/s/f door mirror glass missing

Pass 24 Oct 2008 32,307 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 32,164 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 31,952 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 31,952 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2005 31,695 miles

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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L296 EVP is a 1994 Rover 214 in Multi-colour with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1994 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 85,913 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 L296 EVP, 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 32 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 L296 EVP?

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What year was L296 EVP registered?

L296 EVP is a 1994 Rover 214, first registered on 14 January 1994.

Is L296 EVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L296 EVP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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