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S215 MLP

1998 Rover 414

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,555 mi
Last recorded42,555 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 41471,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS215 MLP
MakeRover
Model414
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 42,555 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 38,037 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 38,037 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 32,753 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 32,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 28,867 miles

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

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

slight bind on o/s/r brake

vehicle is fitted with plastic sill covers

Pass 7 Jul 2009 24,296 miles

vehicle is fitted with plastic sill covers which prevent examination of sill panels

Fail 7 Jul 2009 24,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

vehicle is fitted with plastic sill covers which prevent examination of sill panels

Pass 26 Jun 2008 19,283 miles

n/s/f tyre has cut down to the cords but is less than 25mm in length

vehicle is fitted with plastic sill covers preventing examination of sill panels

Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,738 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,238 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 14,501 miles

Front No Plate Discoloured

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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S215 MLP is a 1998 Rover 414 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S215 MLP, 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 S215 MLP?

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What year was S215 MLP registered?

S215 MLP is a 1998 Rover 414, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S215 MLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S215 MLP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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