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S326 WBC

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

127,316 mi
Last recorded127,316 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS326 WBC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2012 127,316 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 120,645 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 120,330 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Both front brake discs worn but not significantly weakened.

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 110,275 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 98,484 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 88,260 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 75,102 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 61,162 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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S326 WBC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S326 WBC, 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 S326 WBC?

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What year was S326 WBC registered?

S326 WBC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S326 WBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S326 WBC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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