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S345 EVC

1998 Rover 214

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,483 mi
Last recorded47,483 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 21468,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS345 EVC
MakeRover
Model214
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,483 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 47,261 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 46,869 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 46,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 46,185 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 44,952 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 43,749 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 42,391 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 41,039 miles

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

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

scratches to windscreen nearside

Pass 15 Sep 2007 39,436 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 39,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2006

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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S345 EVC is a 1998 Rover 214 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S345 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 S345 EVC?

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What year was S345 EVC registered?

S345 EVC is a 1998 Rover 214, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S345 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S345 EVC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S345 EVC have outstanding finance?

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