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P14 PMB

1997 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,135 mi
Last recorded33,135 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover 21473,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP14 PMB
MakeRover
Model214
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 33,135 miles

Offside Rear slight bind to brake

Pass 15 Dec 2014 30,786 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear wheels slightly binding

offside side repeater loose

Fail 11 Dec 2013 30,027 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear wheels slightly binding

steering rack damp

Pass 11 Dec 2013 30,027 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear wheels slightly binding

steering rack damp

Pass 5 Dec 2012 29,326 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 28,738 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 27,713 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 26,448 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 26,448 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 25,225 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 24,150 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 23,206 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 22,035 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 22,035 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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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P14 PMB is a 1997 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P14 PMB, 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

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What year was P14 PMB registered?

P14 PMB is a 1997 Rover 214, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P14 PMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P14 PMB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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