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S226 CJL

1998 Rover 200

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,452 mi
Last recorded61,452 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 20068,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS226 CJL
MakeRover
Model200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2009 61,452 miles

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 5 Aug 2008 54,632 miles

imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 23 Jul 2007 49,233 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 46,521 miles

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

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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S226 CJL is a 1998 Rover 200 in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 68,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S226 CJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S226 CJL?

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What year was S226 CJL registered?

S226 CJL is a 1998 Rover 200, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S226 CJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S226 CJL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S226 CJL have outstanding finance?

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