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S385 EBX

1998 Rover 211

Silver Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,125 mi
Last recorded91,125 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Rover 21162,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS385 EBX
MakeRover
Model211
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2011 91,125 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 87,018 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 78,955 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES COMING CLOSE TO LIMIT IN CEBTER APRX 2.5/4MM

Pass 22 Apr 2008 74,939 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 71,523 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 67,292 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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S385 EBX is a 1998 Rover 211 in Silver 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 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 S385 EBX, 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 S385 EBX?

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What year was S385 EBX registered?

S385 EBX is a 1998 Rover 211, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S385 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S385 EBX 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 S385 EBX have outstanding finance?

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