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S725 KBL

1998 Rover 211

Red Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

101,952 mi
Last recorded101,952 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS725 KBL
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2013 101,952 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Nov 2012 91,895 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 91,893 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 90,947 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 90,946 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 84,598 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 84,598 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 Oct 2009 80,080 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 80,080 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 75,685 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 75,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 68,010 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 68,010 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2006 60,932 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 211?

Based on 85,809 MOT tests across 10,592 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
4,516
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,489
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,365
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,024
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,511
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,324
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S725 KBL is a 1998 Rover 211 in Red with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Rover 211 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 62,670 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 211 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,489 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S725 KBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 211 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 211 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S725 KBL registered?

S725 KBL is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S725 KBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S725 KBL shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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