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S318 DSX

1999 Rover 200

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,422 mi
Last recorded56,422 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover 20066,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS318 DSX
MakeRover
Model200
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2010 56,422 miles

EXHAUST BLOW FROM DOWN PIPE

Pass 21 Feb 2009 52,688 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 52,688 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 47,445 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 43,810 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 43,810 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both rear tyres perished †Rear brakes slightly binding/noisy

Pass 22 Nov 2005 38,202 miles

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

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

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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S318 DSX is a 1999 Rover 200 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 66,259 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 S318 DSX, 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 27 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 S318 DSX?

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What year was S318 DSX registered?

S318 DSX is a 1999 Rover 200, first registered on 19 February 1999.

Is S318 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S318 DSX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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