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R289 UVP

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

71,808 mi
Last recorded71,808 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 UVP
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 71,808 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 60,890 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 54,761 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 50,755 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 47,652 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 44,975 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,172 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 39,597 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 37,023 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 34,429 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 31,327 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 28,231 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 28,231 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 25,627 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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R289 UVP is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R289 UVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R289 UVP?

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What year was R289 UVP registered?

R289 UVP is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R289 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 UVP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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