1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · S849 DHT
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 1998. Recorded mileage 123,567 miles. MOT expired on 11 Jul 2011. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Jul 2011
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
S849 DHT Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2010
- 123,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
S849 DHT Mileage History
- 10/03/200693,164 mi
- 08/03/200798,068 mi+4,904 mi
- 09/07/200799,141 mi+1,073 mi
- 05/07/2008106,877 mi+7,736 mi
- 12/07/2008106,998 mi+121 mi
- 20/06/2009115,192 mi+8,194 mi
- 24/06/2009115,295 mi+103 mi
- 19/06/2010123,567 mi+8,272 mi
- 19/06/2010123,567 mi
Average of roughly 7,109 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
S849 DHT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Rover 200 (S849 DHT) between March 2006 and June 2010.
The record contains 6 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 19 June 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.
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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