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S154 CDV

1998 Rover 214

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,949 mi
Last recorded73,949 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS154 CDV
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 73,949 miles

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

O/s/f tyre Cracking slightly

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 73,949 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

O/s/f tyre Cracking slightly

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 65,966 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 65,966 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 62,320 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 58,706 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 54,168 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 50,082 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 45,901 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 41,693 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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S154 CDV is a 1998 Rover 214 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S154 CDV, 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 S154 CDV registered?

S154 CDV is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 29 August 1998.

Is S154 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S154 CDV shows 10 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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