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R404 DGO

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

168,202 mi
Last recorded168,202 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR404 DGO
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 168,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 161,810 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 154,163 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

outer sills corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2015 146,129 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 139,555 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 132,507 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 125,859 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 120,238 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 118,239 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 116,439 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 108,213 miles

2 bulbs not working in high level brake lamp

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 108,213 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

2 bulbs not working in high level brake lamp

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 98,238 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 89,030 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 89,030 miles

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

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

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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R404 DGO is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R404 DGO, 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 R404 DGO registered?

R404 DGO is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R404 DGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R404 DGO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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