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R663 LAP

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,302 mi
Last recorded44,302 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 LAP
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 44,302 miles

nearside rear brake efficiency just met

Pass 31 Jul 2013 40,262 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear tyre deteriorating

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 37,149 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 35,523 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 35,523 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 34,842 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 33,996 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 32,345 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 31,572 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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R663 LAP is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R663 LAP, 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 R663 LAP registered?

R663 LAP is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R663 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R663 LAP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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