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R227 JJE

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,439 mi
Last recorded69,439 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 JJE
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 69,439 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

o/s/rear tyre worn outer edge

Fail 30 Nov 2015 69,437 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded by tank (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

o/s/rear tyre worn outer edge

Pass 30 May 2014 60,622 miles

rear metal fuel pipes corroded

spare tyre flat

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 May 2014 60,547 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear metal fuel pipes corroded

spare tyre flat

Pass 3 Jan 2013 54,988 miles

both outer bodysills slightly corroded

Fail 2 Jan 2013 54,988 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both outer bodysills slightly corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,749 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 44,900 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 44,578 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 44,218 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 43,666 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 42,168 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 40,184 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 40,184 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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R227 JJE is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R227 JJE, 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 R227 JJE registered?

R227 JJE is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is R227 JJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R227 JJE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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