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S340 EVC

1998 Rover 214

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,207 mi
Last recorded30,207 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS340 EVC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 30,207 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 28,614 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 26,561 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 26,559 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 24,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 22,595 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 20,308 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 18,925 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 18,921 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f and n/s/r tyres cracks in sidewalls

Pass 30 Aug 2007 16,740 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 16,052 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

tyres have sidewall damage,kerb rubbings.

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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S340 EVC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S340 EVC, 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 S340 EVC?

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What year was S340 EVC registered?

S340 EVC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S340 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S340 EVC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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