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S129 GVL

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

105,864 mi
Last recorded105,864 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS129 GVL
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2012 105,864 miles

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

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

nearside mirror missing

Fail 4 Oct 2012 105,542 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

nearside mirror missing

Pass 6 Oct 2011 98,443 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 98,443 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake travel long

nearside non obligatory mirror missing

Pass 1 Oct 2010 92,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 30 Sep 2010 92,786 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Non obligatory mirror damaged

brake fluid low

Pass 7 Oct 2009 84,968 miles

nearside door mirror glass missing

offside rear tyre perished but not showing ply or cord

Fail 7 Oct 2009 84,968 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

nearside door mirror glass missing

nearside front tyre nearly flat

offside rear tyre perished but not showing ply or cord

Pass 1 Oct 2008 80,707 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 80,707 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 74,568 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside rear tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2006 66,492 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 66,492 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

one section of high level brake lamp not working

unable to test offside rear wheel bearing due to brake binding

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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S129 GVL is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 S129 GVL, 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 S129 GVL registered?

S129 GVL is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S129 GVL safe to buy?

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