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S331 YAB

1999 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

55,927 mi
Last recorded55,927 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover 21464,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS331 YAB
MakeRover
Model214
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 55,927 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 55,927 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 55,304 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 55,304 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 54,869 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 54,270 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 53,863 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 53,530 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 53,530 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 53,083 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Feb 2019 52,417 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 52,417 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 51,907 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 51,906 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 51,226 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 50,344 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 49,570 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 49,570 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 48,458 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 45,863 miles

slight play in off side inner rack joint

Fail 5 Feb 2013 45,863 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight play in off side inner rack joint

Pass 27 Jan 2012 41,910 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2011 39,254 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 36,567 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 33,300 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 29,796 miles

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

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

both rear tyres have irregular wear

power steering rack damp

Pass 31 Jan 2007 25,816 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 20,936 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 20,936 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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S331 YAB is a 1999 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 1999 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 64,376 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 S331 YAB, 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 27 years old, this Rover 214 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S331 YAB registered?

S331 YAB is a 1999 Rover 214, first registered on 25 February 1999.

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