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R214 JPA

1998 Rover 216

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,430 mi
Last recorded84,430 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21664,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 JPA
MakeRover
Model216
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 84,430 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 79,119 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 73,667 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 68,765 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 63,782 miles

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

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

o.s.r tyre starting to perish

Fail 8 Nov 2012 63,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

o.s.r tyre starting to perish

Pass 29 Nov 2011 59,649 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 58,038 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 550,032 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 51,496 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 49,174 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 49,056 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 49,056 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 46,082 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 46,072 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 42,601 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216?

Based on 445,477 MOT tests across 71,812 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,841
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
71,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,447
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,363
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 15,921
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,300
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R214 JPA is a 1998 Rover 216 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 64,963 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R214 JPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 216 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R214 JPA?

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What year was R214 JPA registered?

R214 JPA is a 1998 Rover 216, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R214 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R214 JPA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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