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S229 BWK

1998 Rover 214

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,755 mi
Last recorded84,755 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS229 BWK
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 84,755 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 84,755 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 84,522 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 84,522 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 83,736 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 82,639 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,210 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 78,413 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 75,252 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 72,264 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 70,394 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 67,648 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 65,583 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 61,963 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 55,861 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 47,932 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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S229 BWK is a 1998 Rover 214 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 S229 BWK, 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 S229 BWK?

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What year was S229 BWK registered?

S229 BWK is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S229 BWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S229 BWK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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