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R132 DWT

1998 Rover 220

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

148,576 mi
Last recorded148,576 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 220103,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR132 DWT
MakeRover
Model220
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2009 148,576 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 133,187 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

both rear wheel arches slight corrosion

Pass 5 Oct 2007 109,201 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 109,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear 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 9 Oct 2006 96,545 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Oct 2006 96,545 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 85,580 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Oct 2005 85,580 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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R132 DWT is a 1998 Rover 220 in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 103,725 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R132 DWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R132 DWT registered?

R132 DWT is a 1998 Rover 220, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R132 DWT safe to buy?

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