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R32 KFR

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

91,332 mi
Last recorded91,332 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 KFR
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2014 91,332 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 91,238 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 89,945 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 89,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 88,829 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

sump corroded and leaking oil

Pass 18 Jul 2012 88,829 miles

sump corroded and leaking oil

Fail 21 Jul 2011 87,516 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

sump corroded and leaking oil

Pass 21 Jul 2011 87,516 miles

sump corroded and leaking oil

Pass 28 Jul 2010 86,458 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 86,458 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 82,815 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 82,815 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 72,191 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 72,191 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 59,640 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 49,165 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 49,165 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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R32 KFR is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R32 KFR, 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 R32 KFR?

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What year was R32 KFR registered?

R32 KFR is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R32 KFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 KFR shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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