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R539 UOH

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,944 mi
Last recorded81,944 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 UOH
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2009 81,944 miles

both front shock absorbers slightly leaking

both front wiper blades slightly worn

n/s door mirror repared

Fail 29 Aug 2009 80,296 miles

Nearside Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 71,335 miles

build up of oil around off side chassis leg close to power steering resovoir

Fail 5 Mar 2008 71,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

build up of oil around off side chassis leg close to power steering resovoir

rear no plate loose

Pass 29 Jun 2007 69,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat insecure.

Drivers wiper blade split.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside wing repeater loose.

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear brake hoses fouling wheel arch liner

Rear brakes require adjustment.

Fail 29 Jun 2007 69,095 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 58,230 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 58,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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R539 UOH is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R539 UOH, 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 R539 UOH registered?

R539 UOH is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R539 UOH safe to buy?

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