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R126 FVX

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,449 mi
Last recorded70,449 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 FVX
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2011 70,449 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

srs light on

Pass 19 May 2010 67,489 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 63,459 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 63,459 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 59,170 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 54,150 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 54,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 49,923 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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R126 FVX is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R126 FVX, 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

How do I check the history of R126 FVX?

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What year was R126 FVX registered?

R126 FVX is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R126 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 FVX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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