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M522 NKJ

1994 Rover 214

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,946 mi
Last recorded54,946 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1994 Rover 21485,913 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM522 NKJ
MakeRover
Model214
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 54,946 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 54,940 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 52,251 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 39,390 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 38,500 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 37,607 miles

BAD oil leak sump bolts loose

Pass 7 Oct 2015 39,139 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 36,139 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 32,670 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 29,444 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 29,440 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 27,325 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 27,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2011 24,989 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 24,989 miles

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

155/r/13t

o/s lower link arm bush split

rear indicators flashing bit whitish

Pass 22 Oct 2010 17,984 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,855 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,499 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 170,813 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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M522 NKJ is a 1994 Rover 214 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 M522 NKJ, 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 M522 NKJ?

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What year was M522 NKJ registered?

M522 NKJ is a 1994 Rover 214, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M522 NKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M522 NKJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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