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S279 MJM

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,401 mi
Last recorded91,401 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS279 MJM
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 91,401 miles

All wiper blades splitting

Aux belt cracking

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front wipers dont park automatic on own

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing noisy

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

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

Temporary fuel filler cap on vehicle

Pass 28 Oct 2014 84,607 miles

slight blow from front exhaust pipe

Pass 15 Oct 2013 80,383 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 70,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 66,753 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

passenger door mirror glass cracked

Pass 27 Sep 2010 64,391 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 64,391 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 61,765 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 61,765 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 59,323 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 56,204 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 53,414 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 50,155 miles

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

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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S279 MJM is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S279 MJM, 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 S279 MJM?

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What year was S279 MJM registered?

S279 MJM is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is S279 MJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S279 MJM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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