MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
100,074 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
arch and crossmember guards fitted
centre exhaust rubber perashing
hand brake travel
slight play in steering
surface corrosion to front subframe
upper boot seam surface corrosion
wear on front discs
How Reliable is the Rover 218?
Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R505 RKX is a 1998 Rover 218 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 83,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R505 RKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R505 RKX?
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What year was R505 RKX registered?
R505 RKX is a 1998 Rover 218, first registered on 8 January 1998.
Is R505 RKX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R505 RKX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R505 RKX have outstanding finance?
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