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S202 UBL

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,481 mi
Last recorded123,481 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS202 UBL
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 123,481 miles

4 wheel trims fitted

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

n/s/f tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 23 Nov 2011 118,523 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 118,523 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 113,407 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 113,407 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

offside rear tyre wall cracked.

Pass 11 Dec 2009 104,966 miles

nearside front tyre worn close to limit

offside rear tyre cracking on outer wall

rear registration plate discoloured

slight play to offside steering rack

Pass 22 Dec 2008 98,998 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 90,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front washers just meet min requirements. four hub caps fitted.

Pass 21 Dec 2007 90,102 miles

front washers just meet min requirements. four hub caps fitted.

Pass 8 Dec 2006 84,134 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 84,128 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2005 80,360 miles

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

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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S202 UBL is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S202 UBL, 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 S202 UBL?

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What year was S202 UBL registered?

S202 UBL is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S202 UBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S202 UBL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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