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R198 MNH

1998 Rover Vitesse

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,496 mi
Last recorded155,496 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 MNH
MakeRover
ModelVitesse
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2007 155,496 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 150,861 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Rover Vitesse?

Based on 2,151 MOT tests across 517 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
3,031
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
517
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
constant velocity joint gaiter split 132
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 120
Brake pipe excessively corroded 114
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112
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R198 MNH is a 1998 Rover Vitesse in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Rover Vitesse fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 215 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R198 MNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Vitesse typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 28 years old, this Rover Vitesse is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R198 MNH registered?

R198 MNH is a 1998 Rover Vitesse, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R198 MNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R198 MNH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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