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P113 HKV

1996 Rover 114

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

41,612 mi
Last recorded41,612 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover 11451,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP113 HKV
MakeRover
Model114
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2026 41,612 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated jacking point (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury valance corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2022 41,560 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 41,560 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Suspension low

Pass 6 Dec 2021 41,491 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 41,429 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 41,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 41,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 41,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2018 41,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 40,944 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016

Nearside Front tyre side wall

Fail 12 Dec 2016 40,669 miles

Fluid suspension accumulator totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre side wall

Pass 11 Dec 2015 40,431 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 40,232 miles

OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

Pass 18 Dec 2013 40,093 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 40,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 39,916 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 39,697 miles

all tyre valve caps missing

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

outer sills not checked plastic covers

Fail 5 Dec 2011 39,697 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all tyre valve caps missing

outer sills not checked plastic covers

Pass 16 Dec 2010 39,489 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 39,190 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 38,788 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 38,430 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 38,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Dec 2006 38,074 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 114?

Based on 112,346 MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,640
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
22,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,635
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,015
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,258
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,160
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,111
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P113 HKV is a 1996 Rover 114 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1996 Rover 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 51,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 114 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P113 HKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Rover 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P113 HKV registered?

P113 HKV is a 1996 Rover 114, first registered on 26 September 1996.

Is P113 HKV safe to buy?

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