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S208 MJW

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,716 mi
Last recorded56,716 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS208 MJW
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 56,716 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 50,247 miles

Near side & off side front outer C,V gaiters deteriorated

Oil leak

Play in off side steering arm

Pass 29 Oct 2015 45,775 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

engine oil leak

slight play in both front wheels

Fail 27 Oct 2015 45,774 miles

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

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

engine oil leak

slight play in both front wheels

Pass 23 Oct 2014 40,629 miles

drive belt cracked

rear view mirror missing

Fail 23 Oct 2014 40,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

drive belt cracked

rear view mirror missing

Pass 25 Oct 2013 36,530 miles

Near side front tyre perished

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,611 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 33,611 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 31,056 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 31,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 26,561 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 22,716 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,759 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 20,132 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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S208 MJW is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S208 MJW, 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 S208 MJW?

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What year was S208 MJW registered?

S208 MJW is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 11 December 1998.

Is S208 MJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S208 MJW shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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