1998 Rover 200 1.1L Petrol · S453 FRR
1998 Rover 200 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 15/09/1998. Recorded mileage 97,244 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/09/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,244 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 1120cc
S453 FRR Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2021
- 97,244 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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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S453 FRR Mileage History
- 13/09/202197,231 mi
- 16/09/202197,244 mi+13 mi
Average of roughly 1,471 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
S453 FRR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Rover 200 (S453 FRR) between September 2021 and September 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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