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S582 EFM

1998 Rover 21

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,282 mi
Last recorded77,282 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2009
Typical for 1998 Rover 2174,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS582 EFM
MakeRover
Model21
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2009 77,282 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 69,976 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 62,195 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 55,879 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 21?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
6,248
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 85
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 80
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 50
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 43
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S582 EFM is a 1998 Rover 21 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 74,808 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 21 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S582 EFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 21 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S582 EFM?

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What year was S582 EFM registered?

S582 EFM is a 1998 Rover 21, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S582 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S582 EFM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S582 EFM have outstanding finance?

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