1997 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · P353 DDV
1997 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 13,974 miles. MOT valid until 19 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 13,974 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P353 DDV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 13,974 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Rover Rover 200 Series
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
P353 DDV Mileage History
- 08/03/202513,536 mi
- 08/03/202513,547 mi+11 mi
- 21/05/202613,974 mi+427 mi
Average of roughly 364 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
P353 DDV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Rover 200 (P353 DDV) between March 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
Common Problems: ROVER 200
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Particularly prevalent on the 1.4 and 1.6 R3 models.
- Tailgate Wiring Loom Failure(Moderate)
The wiring that passes from the body to the tailgate snaps inside the rubber boot.
- Rusting Sills and Rear Arches(Moderate)
The sills and rear wheel arches are highly prone to rust, particularly on R3 models. This can be a serious structural issue if left untreated.
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- K-Series Head Gasket FailureSerious
Particularly prevalent on the 1.4 and 1.6 R3 models.
- Tailgate Wiring Loom FailureModerate
The wiring that passes from the body to the tailgate snaps inside the rubber boot.
- Rusting Sills and Rear ArchesModerate
The sills and rear wheel arches are highly prone to rust, particularly on R3 models. This can be a serious structural issue if left untreated.
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