1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · S101 UVX
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 47,649 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2023.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,649 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S101 UVX Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2022
- 47,649 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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S101 UVX 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 (S101 UVX) between April 2022 and April 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 April 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
S101 UVX Mileage History
- 07/04/202247,649 mi
- 07/04/202247,649 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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