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R504 YWL

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,713 mi
Last recorded99,713 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 YWL
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 99,713 miles

corrosion to rear wheel arches

Fail 15 Jan 2015 99,713 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion to rear wheel arches

Fail 23 Jan 2014 96,414 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play to rear axle bushes

slight surface corrsion to chassis

Pass 23 Jan 2014 96,414 miles

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

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

slight play to rear axle bushes

slight surface corrsion to chassis

Pass 1 Feb 2013 94,037 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 90,278 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Feb 2011 87,060 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 84,060 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 84,060 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 79,642 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 75,674 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 71,738 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 66,796 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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R504 YWL is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R504 YWL, 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.

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What year was R504 YWL registered?

R504 YWL is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R504 YWL safe to buy?

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