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R147 XOF

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,486 mi
Last recorded76,486 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 XOF
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 76,486 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 76,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 75,186 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 74,036 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 72,673 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 71,109 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 69,220 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 67,076 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 64,774 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 62,315 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 59,982 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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R147 XOF 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 90.9%.

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 R147 XOF, 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 R147 XOF?

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What year was R147 XOF registered?

R147 XOF is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R147 XOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 XOF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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