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R140 LAF

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,658 mi
Last recorded85,658 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR140 LAF
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 85,658 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 85,658 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 76,268 miles

alot of force needed to unlock offside rear door,further investigation recommended

nearside front tyre perishing, not quite showing cords

slight bind from offside rear brake

spare tyre flat

this vehicle is showing general signs of surface corrosion

wipers park slightly high

Pass 15 Jan 2010 70,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Jan 2010 70,805 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stone in Rear Tyre

Pass 15 Jan 2009 56,780 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 49,821 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 37,814 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 25,221 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 25,221 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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R140 LAF is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R140 LAF, 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 R140 LAF registered?

R140 LAF is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R140 LAF safe to buy?

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