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R219 LWK

1998 Rover 114

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

559,809 mi
Last recorded559,809 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 11444,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 LWK
MakeRover
Model114
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2010 559,809 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 53,923 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 53,923 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 51,307 miles

Advise, Both N/S. Tyres, Have Slight Side Wall Damage.

Advise, Chassis, Starting To Show Signs, Of Corrosion.

Advise, Front Indicator Bulbs, Starting To Discolour.

Advise, Metal Brake, Pipes, Are Starting To Show Signs, Of Corrosion.

Advise, N/S/F. N/S/R. & O/S/F. Road Wheels, Are Showing Signs, Of Kirb Damage.

Advise, O/S/Front Tyre, Starting To Wear, On Inner Edge.

Advise, O/S/Rear Wheel Arch Corroded.

Advise, Slight Leak, In W/Screen Washer Bottle.

Pass 15 Jan 2007 47,770 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 44,427 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 44,427 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Rover 114?

Based on 112,346 MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,640
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
22,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,635
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,015
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,258
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,160
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,111
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R219 LWK is a 1998 Rover 114 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Rover 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 44,876 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 114 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R219 LWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R219 LWK registered?

R219 LWK is a 1998 Rover 114, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R219 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R219 LWK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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