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L526 RBD

1994 Rover 214

White Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

103,001 mi
Last recorded103,001 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 1994 Rover 21485,913 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL526 RBD
MakeRover
Model214
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 103,001 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 101,382 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 98,878 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 96,062 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 93,691 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 90,789 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 90,789 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 88,027 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 84,805 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror glass damaged

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 82,968 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 80,562 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 80,551 miles

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 80,540 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 78,760 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 75,783 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,524 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 71,652 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 69,325 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 64,967 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 62,409 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 60,609 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 58,735 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 58,735 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s wiper blade split

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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L526 RBD is a 1994 Rover 214 in White with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 L526 RBD, 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

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What year was L526 RBD registered?

L526 RBD is a 1994 Rover 214, first registered on 17 January 1994.

Is L526 RBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L526 RBD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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