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R470 CHD

1998 Rover 220

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,863 mi
Last recorded123,863 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 220103,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR470 CHD
MakeRover
Model220
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 123,863 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 16 May 2012 118,591 miles

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 May 2012 118,591 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 May 2011 114,888 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 110,525 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 103,587 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 97,244 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 90,983 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 83,992 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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R470 CHD is a 1998 Rover 220 in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 103,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R470 CHD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R470 CHD registered?

R470 CHD is a 1998 Rover 220, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R470 CHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R470 CHD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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