1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · S696 EVC
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 07/08/1998. Recorded mileage 58,351 miles. MOT valid until 23/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,351 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
S696 EVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 58,351 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: Good
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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.
S696 EVC Mileage History
- 12/09/202254,422 mi
- 31/08/202356,163 mi+1,741 mi
- 20/12/202457,355 mi+1,192 mi
- 24/03/202557,397 mi+42 mi
- 17/03/202658,351 mi+954 mi
Average of roughly 1,119 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S696 EVC 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 (S696 EVC) between September 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 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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