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S315 MEC

1998 Rover 214

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,996 mi
Last recorded63,996 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS315 MEC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 63,996 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Aug 2013 60,634 miles

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Aug 2012 57,282 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 53,915 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 53,915 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 50,792 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 50,788 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 47,947 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre cracks to sidewall (not through to ply or cords)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 44,642 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 44,638 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 39,476 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 39,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 36,401 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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S315 MEC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S315 MEC, 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 S315 MEC registered?

S315 MEC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S315 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S315 MEC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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