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S103 DDM

1998 Rover 200

White Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

107,374 mi
Last recorded107,374 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 20068,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS103 DDM
MakeRover
Model200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 107,374 miles

handbrake lever nearing limit of travel

Fail 10 Jan 2013 107,292 miles

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

handbrake lever nearing limit of travel

Pass 28 Dec 2011 90,806 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 83,262 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 77,493 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 77,493 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 67,516 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 67,516 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 58,549 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2007 58,549 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 47,618 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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S103 DDM is a 1998 Rover 200 in White with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 68,130 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 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S103 DDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S103 DDM registered?

S103 DDM is a 1998 Rover 200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S103 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S103 DDM shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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