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R87 JPF

1997 Rover 114

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

56,225 mi
Last recorded56,225 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover 11449,262 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 JPF
MakeRover
Model114
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 56,225 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 54,935 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 54,268 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 53,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 52,843 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2021 52,804 miles

front + centre exhaust section corroded/poor condition

parking brake imbalance

Pass 22 Apr 2020 52,297 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 50,534 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Jun 2018 50,357 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 50,357 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 50,339 miles

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2017 50,339 miles

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

o/s/r brake pipe corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2015 50,304 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 50,281 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 50,279 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 50,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 24 Nov 2008 50,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front suspension close to bump stops

unable to see condition of outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2008 50,214 miles

front suspension close to bump stops

unable to see condition of outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2007 50,056 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 48,008 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 45,259 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 114?

Based on 112,346 MOT tests across 22,170 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,640
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
22,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,635
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,015
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7,258
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,160
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,111
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R87 JPF is a 1997 Rover 114 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Rover 114 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 49,262 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 114 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,635 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R87 JPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 114 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Rover 114 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R87 JPF?

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What year was R87 JPF registered?

R87 JPF is a 1997 Rover 114, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R87 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R87 JPF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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