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R136 WBL

1998 Rover 214

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

45,635 mi
Last recorded45,635 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR136 WBL
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 45,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 45,220 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 45,220 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 44,360 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front lower wing slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front wing slightly corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 44,360 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front lower wing slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front wing slightly corroded

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 40,808 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 40,807 miles

Nearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended All, unable to test, obstructed by many objects (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 37,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 37,666 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 36,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 36,160 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 35,224 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 34,460 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 May 2017 33,566 miles

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

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

Power steering fluid seepage from pump and rack areas

Rear tyres cracking through tread

Pass 10 May 2016 32,639 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 31,627 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 30,652 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 29,843 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 29,131 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 28,442 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 27,490 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 26,306 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,998 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 24,056 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 23,032 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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R136 WBL is a 1998 Rover 214 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R136 WBL, 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 R136 WBL registered?

R136 WBL is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R136 WBL safe to buy?

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