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R638 XOC

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,502 mi
Last recorded90,502 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR638 XOC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2014 90,502 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 88,613 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2013 88,613 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 21 Jan 2012 86,663 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 86,663 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 84,652 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 84,652 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2010 82,181 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 80,228 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 78,549 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2008 78,549 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 76,718 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 74,238 miles

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

both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

o/side rear tyre has small cuts and splits in side walls

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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R638 XOC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R638 XOC, 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

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What year was R638 XOC registered?

R638 XOC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R638 XOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R638 XOC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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