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R107 HVX

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,957 mi
Last recorded97,957 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR107 HVX
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2018 97,957 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 96,572 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 93,843 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 91,061 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 88,230 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 85,971 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 85,276 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 82,305 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2011 79,146 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 76,035 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 73,048 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 69,876 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 69,876 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 65,810 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 61,103 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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R107 HVX is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 68,294 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 R107 HVX, 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 28 years old, this Rover 214 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R107 HVX registered?

R107 HVX is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R107 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R107 HVX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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