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R860 OJH

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,211 mi
Last recorded87,211 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR860 OJH
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2010 87,211 miles

advise condition of centre and rear exhaust system

advise power steering noisy

Fail 20 Apr 2010 87,211 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise condition of centre and rear exhaust system

advise power steering noisy

Pass 23 Apr 2009 85,792 miles

advise free play in steering

all front drop link bushes splitting

Fail 23 Apr 2009 85,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

175/65/17t

advise free play in steering

all front drop link bushes splitting

Pass 27 Mar 2008 81,806 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 78,485 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 72,752 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2006 72,580 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in both front steering rack arms

Fail 10 Mar 2006 72,419 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2005 70,453 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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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R860 OJH is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R860 OJH, 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 R860 OJH registered?

R860 OJH is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R860 OJH safe to buy?

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