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R305 VRM

1998 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,421 mi
Last recorded110,421 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 220103,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR305 VRM
MakeRover
Model220
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2010 110,421 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 100,905 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 93,638 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2006 83,390 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 83,390 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 72,308 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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R305 VRM is a 1998 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 103,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R305 VRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R305 VRM registered?

R305 VRM is a 1998 Rover 220, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R305 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R305 VRM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R305 VRM have outstanding finance?

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