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S142 ROC

1998 Rover 200

Green Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,031 mi
Last recorded75,031 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 20068,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS142 ROC
MakeRover
Model200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2011 75,031 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 68,398 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 64,531 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 60,283 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 38,388 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 36,482 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 200?

Based on 64,442 MOT tests across 8,836 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
4,697
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,836
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,314
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 2,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,279
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,257
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,173
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S142 ROC is a 1998 Rover 200 in Green with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 68,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,314 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S142 ROC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Rover 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S142 ROC?

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What year was S142 ROC registered?

S142 ROC is a 1998 Rover 200, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S142 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S142 ROC shows 6 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 S142 ROC have outstanding finance?

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