1998 Rover 200 1.1L Petrol · S138 NEC
1998 Rover 200 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 26/08/1998. Recorded mileage 29,153 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 29,153 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 1120cc
S138 NEC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2025
- 29,153 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
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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.
S138 NEC Mileage History
- 09/10/202126,143 mi
- 29/12/202228,646 mi+2,503 mi
- 30/12/202228,646 mi
- 23/05/202429,055 mi+409 mi
- 02/06/202529,153 mi+98 mi
Average of roughly 825 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S138 NEC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Rover 200 (S138 NEC) between October 2021 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 June 2025 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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