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R393 YJO

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

76,698 mi
Last recorded76,698 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 YJO
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 76,698 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 76,698 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 70,544 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Oct 2016 66,205 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear tyre perished/split

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

general corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2015 61,581 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 59,157 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 57,271 miles

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

general corrosion

Pass 7 Nov 2012 55,315 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 52,062 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 49,433 miles

radiator in poor condition

Pass 20 Nov 2009 45,286 miles

coolant radiator

rear number plate

Pass 21 Nov 2008 41,907 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 39,309 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 38,082 miles

front brakes unbalanced (just within limits)

Fail 18 Jan 2007 38,082 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

front brakes unbalanced (just within limits)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 36,663 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 36,663 miles

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

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

non obligatory mirror damaged

slight play in steering rack

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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R393 YJO is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R393 YJO, 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 R393 YJO registered?

R393 YJO is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is R393 YJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R393 YJO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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