1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · S69 MBL
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/09/1998. Recorded mileage 102,528 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/10/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,528 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
S69 MBL Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/01/2023
- 102,528 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
S69 MBL Mileage History
- 29/09/2021101,326 mi
- 14/10/2021101,564 mi+238 mi
- 23/01/2023102,528 mi+964 mi
Average of roughly 912 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
S69 MBL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Rover 200 (S69 MBL) between September 2021 and January 2023.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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