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S32 VGA

1998 Rover 200

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,224 mi
Last recorded57,224 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 20068,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS32 VGA
MakeRover
Model200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2010 57,224 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,479 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Feb 2006 34,384 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 34,384 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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S32 VGA is a 1998 Rover 200 in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S32 VGA, 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

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What year was S32 VGA registered?

S32 VGA is a 1998 Rover 200, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is S32 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S32 VGA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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