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R294 LDK

1997 Rover 200

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

113,317 mi
Last recorded113,317 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover 20082,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 LDK
MakeRover
Model200
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2008 113,317 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 113,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2007 106,049 miles

BATTERY INSECURE

EXHAUST BECOMING HEAVLY CORRODED IN PLACES

SEVERE OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE / UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS BECOMING COVERED IN OIL CONTAMINATION

UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION

mixed speed ratings on vehicle

Fail 1 Dec 2007 106,036 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

BATTERY INSECURE

EXHAUST BECOMING HEAVLY CORRODED IN PLACES

SEVERE OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE / UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS BECOMING COVERED IN OIL CONTAMINATION

UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 25 Nov 2006 94,383 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 75,343 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 75,343 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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R294 LDK is a 1997 Rover 200 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 82,625 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R294 LDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R294 LDK?

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What year was R294 LDK registered?

R294 LDK is a 1997 Rover 200, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R294 LDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 LDK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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