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R727 POG

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests23 (12 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate52.2%

Mileage

75,417 mi
Last recorded75,417 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 POG
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 11 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 75,417 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 75,417 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 74,424 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 74,424 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 73,164 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 73,164 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 72,242 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 72,242 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 71,250 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 71,250 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 70,392 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 70,392 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 69,296 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 69,296 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 68,326 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 68,326 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 67,273 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 66,195 miles

Offside wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 May 2008 66,195 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 64,945 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 64,945 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 63,957 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 63,957 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front 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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R727 POG is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.2%.

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 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 R727 POG, 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 R727 POG?

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What year was R727 POG registered?

R727 POG is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R727 POG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 POG shows 23 tests with a 52.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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