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S216 TYC

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

122,876 mi
Last recorded122,876 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS216 TYC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 122,876 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2016 122,876 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 119,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 26 Aug 2015 119,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 114,596 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Oil leak

rear chassis has some light corrosion present

Fail 27 Aug 2014 114,596 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Oil leak

rear chassis has some light corrosion present

Pass 19 Aug 2013 109,684 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 109,646 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 105,190 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

some inbalance on rear brakes

Fail 9 Aug 2012 105,170 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

some inbalance on rear brakes

Pass 18 Aug 2011 100,095 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

corrosion near tailgate hinges

Fail 16 Aug 2011 100,049 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

corrosion near tailgate hinges

Pass 4 Aug 2010 93,961 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 93,939 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 87,347 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2009 87,347 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 80,053 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 74,537 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 74,537 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

alternator belt deteriorating

offside rear light lense contaminated with water

Fail 23 Aug 2006 69,308 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 69,308 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 63,914 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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S216 TYC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 S216 TYC, 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 S216 TYC registered?

S216 TYC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S216 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S216 TYC shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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