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R432 EKK

1998 Rover 214

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,272 mi
Last recorded32,272 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR432 EKK
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2018 32,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 31,855 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 30,903 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 29,959 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 28,865 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 27,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 26,374 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 24,923 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 23,708 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 22,178 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 20,657 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 19,042 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 17,610 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 16,050 miles

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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R432 EKK is a 1998 Rover 214 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R432 EKK, 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 R432 EKK registered?

R432 EKK is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R432 EKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R432 EKK shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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