1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · R948 DDL
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1998. Recorded mileage 64,917 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/07/2011
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/02/2011)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,917 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 1796cc
R948 DDL Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2010
- 64,917 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
R948 DDL Mileage History
- 14/07/200643,285 mi
- 06/08/200753,602 mi+10,317 mi
- 15/08/200753,929 mi+327 mi
- 27/11/200862,626 mi+8,697 mi
- 19/12/200862,637 mi+11 mi
- 18/07/200962,739 mi+102 mi
- 16/07/201064,796 mi+2,057 mi
- 23/07/201064,917 mi+121 mi
Average of roughly 5,375 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
R948 DDL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Rover 200 (R948 DDL) between July 2006 and July 2010.
The record contains 4 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 23 July 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Emissions not tested (7.0)”.
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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