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S233 VBC

1998 Rover 618

Green Petrol 1850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,394 mi
Last recorded131,394 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Rover 61894,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS233 VBC
MakeRover
Model618
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,850cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 131,394 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 131,393 miles

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

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

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 126,692 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 120,737 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 114,474 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 107,301 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 101,110 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 95,555 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 89,511 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 82,239 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 82,237 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 75,555 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 69,629 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 62,909 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 62,906 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Rover 618?

Based on 114,474 MOT tests across 14,862 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
5,486
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
14,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,477
constant velocity joint gaiter split 11,974
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,324
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,983
Stop lamp not working 6,593
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S233 VBC is a 1998 Rover 618 in Green with a 1,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Rover 618 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,619 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 618 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 14,477 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S233 VBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 618 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 618 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S233 VBC registered?

S233 VBC is a 1998 Rover 618, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S233 VBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S233 VBC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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