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R223 ETX

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,502 mi
Last recorded112,502 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 ETX
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2010 112,502 miles

corrosion beginning along bottom of n/s sill -- extensive oil leak - not on brakes at time of test

Fail 18 Dec 2010 112,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

corrosion beginning along bottom of n/s sill -- extensive oil leak - not on brakes at time of test

Pass 2 Jan 2010 99,927 miles

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

alternator braring noisey

cv boots slightly perished

oil leak from engine

rear reg plate delaminating

Fail 2 Jan 2010 99,927 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

oil leak from engine

rear reg plate delaminating

Pass 20 Nov 2008 84,589 miles

wear to front brake pads -- front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 1 Dec 2007 74,813 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 64,054 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 53,803 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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R223 ETX is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R223 ETX, 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.

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What year was R223 ETX registered?

R223 ETX is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R223 ETX safe to buy?

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