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OAZ 9831

1997 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,382 mi
Last recorded115,382 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Rover 21473,475 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAZ 9831
MakeRover
Model214
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2007 115,382 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 22 Apr 2006 110,099 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 110,091 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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OAZ 9831 is a 1997 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 73,475 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 OAZ 9831, 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 29 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 OAZ 9831?

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What year was OAZ 9831 registered?

OAZ 9831 is a 1997 Rover 214, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is OAZ 9831 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAZ 9831 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OAZ 9831 have outstanding finance?

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