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S267 ETM

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,112 mi
Last recorded47,112 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS267 ETM
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 47,112 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 43,555 miles

Child seat fitted

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 43,554 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Child seat fitted

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 40,755 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 40,754 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Center exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front tyre wearing low

PAS rack damp

Pass 17 Oct 2013 39,057 miles

pas rack boots damp,battery gasing.

Pass 11 Oct 2012 38,319 miles

dampness around steering rack

front tyres low on tread

Pass 20 Oct 2011 36,991 miles

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

both rear tyres perished around walls

damp around n/s steering rack

Fail 20 Oct 2011 36,991 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

both rear tyres perished around walls

damp around n/s steering rack

Pass 13 Oct 2010 36,426 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres getting low on tread

front brake discs worn

offside rear tyre perishing

reverse lights not working

Pass 15 Oct 2009 35,452 miles

minor exhaust blow

oil leak from steering rack

Fail 8 Oct 2008 34,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 34,508 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 33,115 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 33,107 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 31,518 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 29,396 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 29,396 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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S267 ETM is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S267 ETM, 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.

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What year was S267 ETM registered?

S267 ETM is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S267 ETM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S267 ETM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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