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S86 FRO

1998 Rover 211

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,219 mi
Last recorded53,219 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 FRO
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 53,219 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 52,965 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 52,713 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 52,440 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 52,160 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 52,160 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 51,533 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 50,713 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,105 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 49,058 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 47,731 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 46,324 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 43,494 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 43,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,864 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 38,266 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 34,341 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 30,065 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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S86 FRO is a 1998 Rover 211 in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S86 FRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S86 FRO?

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What year was S86 FRO registered?

S86 FRO is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S86 FRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S86 FRO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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