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R669 UBK

1998 Rover 214

Purple Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,861 mi
Last recorded49,861 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR669 UBK
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 49,861 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 49,860 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 49,113 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 48,089 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 47,033 miles

Both rear tyer walls cracking.

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Radiater excess rust lower panel.

Pass 19 May 2010 45,939 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 45,521 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 44,861 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 43,493 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 43,493 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 41,900 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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R669 UBK is a 1998 Rover 214 in Purple with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R669 UBK, 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

How do I check the history of R669 UBK?

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What year was R669 UBK registered?

R669 UBK is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R669 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R669 UBK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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