1999 Rover 200 1.8L Petrol · T468 EMO
1999 Rover 200 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1999. Recorded mileage 123,181 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 200
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,181 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T468 EMO Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
- 123,181 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T468 EMO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Rover 200 (T468 EMO) between May 2006 and June 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 12 failures.
The most recent test on 05 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (12 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Windscreen (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
T468 EMO Mileage History
- 31/05/200666,187 mi
- 02/06/200666,187 mi
- 04/06/200774,953 mi+8,766 mi
- 10/06/200884,599 mi+9,646 mi
- 10/06/200884,599 mi
- 04/06/200995,747 mi+11,148 mi
- 09/06/200995,856 mi+109 mi
- 07/06/2010105,387 mi+9,531 mi
- 08/06/2010105,395 mi+8 mi
- 08/02/2011111,436 mi+6,041 mi
- 24/11/2011111,533 mi+97 mi
- 29/10/2012111,536 mi+3 mi
- 29/10/2012111,536 mi
- 26/10/2013111,585 mi+49 mi
- 31/10/2013111,586 mi+1 mi
- 21/02/2015115,339 mi+3,753 mi
- 24/02/2015115,339 mi
- 26/02/2016119,653 mi+4,314 mi
- 26/02/2016119,653 mi
- 21/02/2017120,593 mi+940 mi
- 30/05/2024120,609 mi+16 mi
- 20/05/2025121,842 mi+1,233 mi
- 05/06/2025121,848 mi+6 mi
- 01/06/2026123,174 mi+1,326 mi
- 05/06/2026123,181 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 2,848 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- K-Series Head Gasket FailureSerious
Particularly prevalent on the 1.4 and 1.6 R3 models.
- Tailgate Wiring Loom FailureModerate
The wiring that passes from the body to the tailgate snaps inside the rubber boot.
- Rusting Sills and Rear ArchesModerate
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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