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S988 SRT

1999 Rover 218

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,091 mi
Last recorded128,091 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2008
Typical for 1999 Rover 21881,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS988 SRT
MakeRover
Model218
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2008 128,091 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 125,619 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 125,619 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 122,987 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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S988 SRT is a 1999 Rover 218 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 81,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S988 SRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 218 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S988 SRT registered?

S988 SRT is a 1999 Rover 218, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S988 SRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S988 SRT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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