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R338 LDL

1998 Rover 211

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,454 mi
Last recorded80,454 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 LDL
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 80,454 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 73,149 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 70,535 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 68,538 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 65,814 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 65,763 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)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 62,324 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2006 54,314 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 54,270 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake fluid in master cylinder slightly low

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

exhaust front and centre sections in poor condition

gearbox oil leak

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside and nearside front brake discs worn

offside rear tyre very badly perished in tread area and outer sidewall

How Reliable is the Rover 211?

Based on 85,809 MOT tests across 10,592 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
4,516
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,365
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,024
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,511
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,324
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R338 LDL is a 1998 Rover 211 in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Rover 211 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 62,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 211 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R338 LDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 211 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 211 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R338 LDL registered?

R338 LDL is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is R338 LDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R338 LDL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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