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R390 FSU

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,655 mi
Last recorded79,655 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 FSU
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 79,655 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

accident damage to nearside front bumper [no sharp edges]

nearside front tyre perished/cracked tread area/sidewall

Fail 23 Jul 2014 79,655 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

accident damage to nearside front bumper [no sharp edges]

nearside front tyre perished/cracked tread area/sidewall

Pass 19 Jul 2013 71,233 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 62,192 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 54,685 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 51,094 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 43,653 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 38,381 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 38,381 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 37,998 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 37,493 miles

rust building up on both rear brake pipes(between flexi pipes and wheel cyl)

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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R390 FSU is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R390 FSU, 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

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What year was R390 FSU registered?

R390 FSU is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R390 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R390 FSU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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