1998 Rover 200 1.1L Petrol · S873 WOF
1998 Rover 200 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 35,927 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/01/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,927 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
S873 WOF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2022
- 35,927 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
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
S873 WOF Mileage History
- 06/01/202235,538 mi
- 06/01/202235,538 mi
- 12/12/202235,927 mi+389 mi
Average of roughly 418 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
S873 WOF 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 (S873 WOF) between January 2022 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 December 2022 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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