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R332 PBN

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,039 mi
Last recorded122,039 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR332 PBN
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 122,039 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 122,039 miles

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)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 111,670 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

air bag light on dash

Pass 20 Dec 2011 105,109 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 99,367 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 99,367 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 91,846 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 90,463 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 90,456 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 87,740 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 87,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 83,976 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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R332 PBN is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R332 PBN, 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 R332 PBN registered?

R332 PBN is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R332 PBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R332 PBN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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