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R761 JFM

1998 Rover 211

Red Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

66,714 mi
Last recorded66,714 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 JFM
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 66,714 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 66,634 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front 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 Lower Torque/reaction arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2011 61,918 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 61,918 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 57,585 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 57,569 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 53,048 miles

emmission test abandoned due to throwing water out of header bottle during test. will have to be completed after repairs.

Fail 14 Aug 2009 53,037 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

emmission test abandoned due to throwing water out of header bottle during test. will have to be completed after repairs.

front number plate damaged but still legible,

Pass 16 Aug 2008 46,773 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 43,626 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 38,966 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 38,966 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Rover 211?

Based on 85,809 MOT tests across 10,592 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
4,516
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,365
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,024
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,511
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,324
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R761 JFM is a 1998 Rover 211 in Red with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Rover 211 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 62,670 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 211 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R761 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 211 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 211 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R761 JFM?

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What year was R761 JFM registered?

R761 JFM is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R761 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 JFM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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