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S152 HBW

1998 Rover 214

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,073 mi
Last recorded61,073 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS152 HBW
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2014 61,073 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,175 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 58,235 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,308 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 53,165 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

all tyres cracking in treaded areas

front number plate has slight damage

Pass 14 Sep 2009 50,183 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2008 47,362 miles

nearside rear wheel binding very slightly

Pass 10 Sep 2007 44,276 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 41,305 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 38,144 miles

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

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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S152 HBW is a 1998 Rover 214 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S152 HBW, 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 S152 HBW?

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What year was S152 HBW registered?

S152 HBW is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S152 HBW safe to buy?

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