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R908 SFL

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

146,914 mi
Last recorded146,914 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR908 SFL
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2014 146,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 146,914 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 136,829 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres worn low outer edge but tread not cut as deep

corrosion to inner sills

underside of vehicle painted in anti rust protection - unable to fully inspect

welding repairs covered in protective anti rust treatment - unable to fully inspect

Fail 2 Nov 2013 136,827 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both rear tyres worn low outer edge but tread not cut as deep

corrosion to inner sills

underside of vehicle painted in anti rust protection - unable to fully inspect

Pass 9 Jun 2012 132,222 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake pedal anti slip provision slightly worn

waxoyl/underseal applied to inner sills, outer sills and chassis rails in places - unable to fully inspect

Pass 4 Jun 2011 124,074 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion to n/s floor pan round drain hole

corrosion to rear metal brake pipes

heavy corrosion to rear parts of outer sills

Pass 10 Jul 2010 114,029 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

offside steering rack gaiter damp

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 3 Jul 2010 113,839 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

offside steering rack gaiter damp

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 17 Jun 2009 104,571 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 104,485 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

corrosion to end of outer sills

corrosion to inner sills

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre perished

power steering pipes damp

rear indicators starting to fade

slight play in steering

Pass 27 Jun 2008 97,183 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 89,940 miles

gear box oil leak †centre exhaust in poor condition †n/s/r brake binding

Pass 5 May 2006 84,322 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 84,322 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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R908 SFL is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 R908 SFL, 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.

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R908 SFL is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 23 June 1998.

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