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S125 EKO

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,601 mi
Last recorded26,601 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS125 EKO
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 26,601 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 21,033 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 18,916 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 18,546 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 18,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 18,265 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 18,022 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 17,665 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 17,665 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 17,332 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 16,964 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 16,964 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 16,325 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 15,914 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 14,944 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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S125 EKO is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 S125 EKO, 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 S125 EKO registered?

S125 EKO is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S125 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S125 EKO shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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