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R901 GOK

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,512 mi
Last recorded84,512 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR901 GOK
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 84,512 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 83,215 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 83,215 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 81,476 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 79,780 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam both side (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 77,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly, may need adjustment or repair

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

Rear brake application moderately uneven, may need adjustment or repair

Pass 28 Jul 2016 76,059 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 76,059 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 73,679 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 70,666 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

nearside mirror slightly damaged

Fail 3 Jun 2013 68,235 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2013 68,235 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

nearside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2012 65,664 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

gearbox oil leak

nearside non obligatory mirror does not provide view to rear

Pass 23 May 2011 63,206 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

power steering fluid level low

Fail 23 May 2011 63,206 miles

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

power steering fluid level low

Pass 12 May 2010 60,421 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 52,928 miles

high level brake ligt inop

Pass 30 Apr 2008 54,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 49,974 miles

n/s/f door mirror glass taped up.

o/s/f wiper blade judders

Pass 27 Apr 2006 46,107 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak arround gearbox

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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R901 GOK is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R901 GOK, 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 R901 GOK registered?

R901 GOK is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R901 GOK safe to buy?

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