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R983 URB

1998 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,156 mi
Last recorded36,156 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 URB
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2016 36,156 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 35,261 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 34,101 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 33,066 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 30,380 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 29,805 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 28,838 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,411 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 25,400 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 23,422 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,958 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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R983 URB is a 1998 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R983 URB, 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

How do I check the history of R983 URB?

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What year was R983 URB registered?

R983 URB is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R983 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R983 URB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R983 URB have outstanding finance?

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