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R829 NSO

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,279 mi
Last recorded81,279 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR829 NSO
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 81,279 miles

Battery insecure

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

Fail 14 Jul 2010 81,260 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Battery insecure

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 77,953 miles

n/s side repeater lens loose

Pass 24 Apr 2008 68,830 miles

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)

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

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

nearside front seatbelt buckle slightly stiff

Pass 26 Jun 2007 54,840 miles

Items hanging from the interior mirror could be considered to obscure the drivers view through the swept area,recommend not fitting items.

The nearside front headlamp unit has condensation within,recommend checking the vents and seal condition.

Pass 12 Jun 2006 37,450 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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R829 NSO is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R829 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 R829 NSO registered?

R829 NSO is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R829 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R829 NSO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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