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R352 XFC

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,367 mi
Last recorded83,367 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR352 XFC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2011 83,367 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 83,189 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 77,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 71,180 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 71,180 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 65,339 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 59,307 miles

off side front tyre worn down to the legal limit of 1,6mm

Fail 24 Jan 2006 59,149 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

off side front tyre worn down to the legal limit of 1.6mm. †middle exhaust section corroding,

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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R352 XFC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R352 XFC, 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 R352 XFC?

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What year was R352 XFC registered?

R352 XFC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R352 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R352 XFC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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