1998 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · S83 ABY
1998 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 48,575 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/03/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,575 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
S83 ABY Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 29/05/2025
- 48,575 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.
S83 ABY Mileage History
- 03/03/202246,081 mi
- 03/03/202246,081 mi
- 29/05/202548,575 mi+2,494 mi
Average of roughly 770 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
S83 ABY 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 (S83 ABY) between March 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 May 2025 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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