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S96 ROT

1998 Rover 21

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,182 mi
Last recorded53,182 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover 2174,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS96 ROT
MakeRover
Model21
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2010 53,182 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 48,284 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 44,782 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 40,961 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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S96 ROT is a 1998 Rover 21 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 S96 ROT, 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

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What year was S96 ROT registered?

S96 ROT is a 1998 Rover 21, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is S96 ROT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S96 ROT shows 5 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 S96 ROT have outstanding finance?

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