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V205 DCT

2000 Rover 214

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

45,838 mi
Last recorded45,838 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2011
Typical for 2000 Rover 21462,132 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV205 DCT
MakeRover
Model214
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2011 45,838 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 45,833 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 44,526 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 43,290 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 43,290 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 39,753 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 39,753 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 39,405 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 35,749 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 32,139 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 27,451 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 214?

Based on 1,033,973 MOT tests across 183,124 vehicles.

67.6%
Pass Rate
4,425
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
183,124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,012
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 49,655
Brake pipe excessively corroded 42,958
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 40,016
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34,983
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V205 DCT is a 2000 Rover 214 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Rover 214 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 62,132 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 214 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,012 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V205 DCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 214 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 214 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V205 DCT registered?

V205 DCT is a 2000 Rover 214, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V205 DCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V205 DCT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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