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R239 KRN

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,159 mi
Last recorded53,159 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 KRN
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,159 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 52,647 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 49,939 miles

Front flexible exhaust section is heavily deteriorated

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

Oil leak

Rear brakes binding on slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2012 48,085 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 46,225 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 43,464 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 40,471 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 37,540 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 34,263 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 30,300 miles

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

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 30,300 miles

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

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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R239 KRN is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R239 KRN, 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 R239 KRN registered?

R239 KRN is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R239 KRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 KRN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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