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R421 ADP

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,728 mi
Last recorded83,728 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 ADP
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Jan 2013 83,728 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 80,800 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 77,954 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 74,378 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 70,855 miles

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

Oil leak

both sides rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2008 66,594 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 61,935 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 61,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

both rear indicators faded

Pass 13 Jan 2006 58,027 miles

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

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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R421 ADP is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R421 ADP, 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 R421 ADP registered?

R421 ADP is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R421 ADP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 ADP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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