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S138 EOJ

1998 Rover 214

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,793 mi
Last recorded54,793 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2005
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS138 EOJ
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Dec 2005 54,793 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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S138 EOJ is a 1998 Rover 214 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 S138 EOJ, 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 S138 EOJ?

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What year was S138 EOJ registered?

S138 EOJ is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S138 EOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S138 EOJ shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S138 EOJ have outstanding finance?

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