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R369 KEU

1998 Rover 220

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

137,741 mi
Last recorded137,741 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 220103,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR369 KEU
MakeRover
Model220
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 137,741 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 135,713 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both n/s doors very stiff

centre and rear exhaust blowing

n/s door mirror damaged

Fail 12 Jun 2014 135,689 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both n/s doors very stiff

centre and rear exhaust blowing

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2013 133,824 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 133,813 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 132,306 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 132,295 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside door mirror is insecure

nearside front exterior door handle sticking

nearside front nearside rear and offside rear door hinges excessively tight

Pass 15 Jun 2011 129,854 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 129,843 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 121,670 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 121,670 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2009 113,433 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jun 2009 113,418 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2008 105,381 miles

Battery insecure

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

n/s mirror glass cracked

Fail 13 Jun 2008 105,381 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

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

n/s mirror glass cracked

Pass 16 Jun 2007 96,743 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 88,204 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 88,204 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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R369 KEU is a 1998 Rover 220 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 R369 KEU, 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 R369 KEU registered?

R369 KEU is a 1998 Rover 220, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R369 KEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R369 KEU shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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