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R269 KAN

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,420 mi
Last recorded98,420 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR269 KAN
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 98,420 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 97,002 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 55,389 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 93,832 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 92,313 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 90,976 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 89,602 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 88,180 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 88,180 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 86,394 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 86,394 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 84,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 83,124 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 81,664 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 78,590 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 75,167 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 70,985 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2005 66,987 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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R269 KAN is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R269 KAN, 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 R269 KAN registered?

R269 KAN is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R269 KAN safe to buy?

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