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S525 MJW

1999 Rover 218

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,494 mi
Last recorded97,494 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 21881,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS525 MJW
MakeRover
Model218
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 97,494 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both sills and arches rusting

front exaust bolt sheared

rad poor

Pass 22 Oct 2010 94,365 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rad in poor condition

Fail 20 Oct 2010 94,362 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Battery insecure

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

hand brake travel close to max

n/s front relucter ring cracked

n/s gear box seal leaking

o/s handbrake efficiency down

rad in poor condition

Pass 30 Oct 2009 89,579 miles

front tyres worn low and perished

radiator in poor condition

rear tyres perished

slight leak from n/s gearbox seal

slight play in o/s track rod arm

Fail 30 Oct 2009 89,579 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres worn low and perished

radiator in poor condition

rear tyres perished

slight leak from n/s gearbox seal

slight play in o/s track rod arm

Pass 30 Oct 2008 85,858 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 83,992 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 82,706 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 81,299 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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S525 MJW is a 1999 Rover 218 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S525 MJW, 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 S525 MJW registered?

S525 MJW is a 1999 Rover 218, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S525 MJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S525 MJW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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