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E721 XKM

1988 Rover 213

Grey Petrol 1342cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,271 mi
Last recorded34,271 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover 21361,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE721 XKM
MakeRover
Model213
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,342cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 34,271 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 34,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 34,083 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 33,335 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 32,535 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 31,845 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 31,436 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 29,788 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 28,729 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 28,012 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 24,820 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 24,701 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 213?

Based on 8,281 MOT tests across 1,997 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
1,596
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,997
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,313
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,533
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 550
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 459
constant velocity joint gaiter split 349
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E721 XKM is a 1988 Rover 213 in Grey with a 1,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1988 Rover 213 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 61,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 213 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E721 XKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 213 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Rover 213 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E721 XKM registered?

E721 XKM is a 1988 Rover 213, first registered on 1 March 1988.

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