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R128 NRH

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,538 mi
Last recorded27,538 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 NRH
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2012 27,538 miles

Exhaust corroded on middle section

Light corrosion on both inner/outer sills

Fail 3 Oct 2012 27,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Exhaust corroded on middle section

Light corrosion on both inner/outer sills

Pass 17 Sep 2011 27,247 miles

emissions only just met limits, suspect cat efficiency is deteriorating

exhaust downpipe flexi sections has some deterioration

middle and rear exhaust sections have some corrosion in areas

nearside and offside rear inner and outer sills have corrosion in areas

nearside front tyre has slight cut in outer sidewall and a cut within tread

steering rack boots have slight dampness

Fail 16 Sep 2011 27,247 miles

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

emissions only just met limits, suspect cat efficiency is deteriorating

exhaust downpipe flexi sections has some deterioration

middle and rear exhaust sections have some corrosion in areas

nearside and offside rear inner and outer sills have corrosion in areas

nearside front tyre has slight cut in outer sidewall and a cut within tread

steering rack boots have slight dampness

Pass 15 Sep 2010 26,907 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 26,428 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 25,672 miles

front wipers have slight wear

middle exhaust section has slight surface corrosion

steering rack has slight dampness

Pass 24 Sep 2007 25,341 miles

slight oil misting around o/s steering rack gaitor

Pass 12 Oct 2006 24,988 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 24,417 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 24,417 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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R128 NRH is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R128 NRH, 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.

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What year was R128 NRH registered?

R128 NRH is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 22 July 1998.

Is R128 NRH safe to buy?

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