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R490 DJV

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,298 mi
Last recorded83,298 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 DJV
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 83,298 miles

front tyres low

Pass 29 Jan 2014 75,406 miles

wear front disc

wet test

Pass 8 Feb 2013 62,475 miles

front tyres on limits

wear front disc

Pass 28 Feb 2012 51,090 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 49,595 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 49,595 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 48,254 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 46,628 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 44,273 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 42,016 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 39,636 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

small blow from rear exhaust box

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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R490 DJV is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R490 DJV, 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

How do I check the history of R490 DJV?

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What year was R490 DJV registered?

R490 DJV is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R490 DJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 DJV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R490 DJV have outstanding finance?

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