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S315 FAR

1998 Rover 200

Silver Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,502 mi
Last recorded13,502 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover 20068,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS315 FAR
MakeRover
Model200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2023 13,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 13,133 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 12,606 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 12,011 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 11,473 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 10,844 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 10,623 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 10,462 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 10,298 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 9,930 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 9,548 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 9,224 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 8,919 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 8,736 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 8,590 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,327 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 7,728 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 70,773 miles

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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S315 FAR is a 1998 Rover 200 in Silver with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S315 FAR, 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 S315 FAR?

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What year was S315 FAR registered?

S315 FAR is a 1998 Rover 200, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S315 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S315 FAR shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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