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S207 DRO

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,331 mi
Last recorded87,331 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS207 DRO
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2014 87,331 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 77,574 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 69,707 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 62,436 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 57,704 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 57,704 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 54,104 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,104 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 51,699 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Sep 2007 47,271 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 44,097 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 414?

Based on 376,618 MOT tests across 66,719 vehicles.

66.5%
Pass Rate
4,719
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
66,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 28,909
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,491
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,763
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 14,180
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12,305
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S207 DRO is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Rover 414 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 71,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 414 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 28,909 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S207 DRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 414 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 414 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S207 DRO?

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What year was S207 DRO registered?

S207 DRO is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S207 DRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S207 DRO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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