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R809 NSO

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

48,546 mi
Last recorded48,546 miles
Recorded on26 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 NSO
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2008 48,546 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f tyre into wear indicators

power steering pipes corroded

sump pan corroded and weeping oil

Fail 13 May 2008 48,495 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s/f tyre into wear indicators

power steering pipes corroded

sump pan corroded & weeping oil

Fail 9 Apr 2008 48,319 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Exhaust system in poor condition.

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

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

Sump corroded and leaking oil.

Pass 19 Apr 2007 44,459 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 44,458 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 41,084 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 41,084 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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R809 NSO is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 R809 NSO, 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 R809 NSO registered?

R809 NSO is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R809 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 NSO shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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