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Rover 214

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

R331 ORWMOT history

R331 ORW is a red petrol Rover 214 first used on 30 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2025
Mileage
85,224 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R331 ORW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
214
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R331 ORW was last recorded at 85,224 miles on 19 Nov 2024, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,194 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
2,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,224 miles
  • 2023 – 83,279 miles
  • 2020 – 81,388 miles
  • 2019 – 80,288 miles
  • 2018 – 79,092 miles
  • 2017 – 77,650 miles
  • 2016 – 75,721 miles
  • 2015 – 74,066 miles
  • 2014 – 72,458 miles
  • 2013 – 69,452 miles
  • 2012 – 65,253 miles
  • 2011 – 60,581 miles
  • 2010 – 56,546 miles
  • 2009 – 52,238 miles
  • 2008 – 46,505 miles
  • 2007 – 40,137 miles
  • 2006 – 35,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,224 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,224 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,224 miles
    Test number
    467942413451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail85,194 miles (+1,915)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,194 miles
    Test number
    179717608589
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,279 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    579071534119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,279 miles (+1,891)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    689899141946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass81,388 miles (+1,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,388 miles
    Test number
    543031120007
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber missing
    • AdvisorySteering wheel slight movement

  6. Pass80,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    624389473578
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,288 miles (+1,196)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    617069697533
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,092 miles (+1,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,092 miles
    Test number
    861831714807
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBack exhaust outer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body

  9. Pass77,650 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,650 miles
    Test number
    588733189235
    • AdvisoryBack box has corrosion and the pipe attached to the back box
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail77,650 miles (+1,929)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,650 miles
    Test number
    454096389105
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBack box has corrosion and the pipe attached to the back box
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass75,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,721 miles
    Test number
    709742788666
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody

  12. Fail75,721 miles (+1,655)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,721 miles
    Test number
    852483075956
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody

  13. Pass74,066 miles (+1,608)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,066 miles
    Test number
    589069875010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass72,458 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,458 miles
    Test number
    827796884092
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion to the rear of the vehicle

  15. Fail72,458 miles (+3,006)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,458 miles
    Test number
    936916484035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion to the rear of the vehicle

  16. Pass69,452 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,452 miles
    Test number
    675967583053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,436 miles (+4,183)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,436 miles
    Test number
    985826783022
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass65,253 miles (+4,672)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,253 miles
    Test number
    278057662023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,581 miles (+4,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,581 miles
    Test number
    127461161443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass56,546 miles (+4,308)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,546 miles
    Test number
    903896750012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,238 miles (+5,733)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,238 miles
    Test number
    880204359087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,505 miles (+6,368)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,505 miles
    Test number
    331938658048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCondition of exhaust
    • NoteFront pads low

  23. Pass40,137 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,137 miles
    Test number
    193655667093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,207 miles
    Test number
    924464256008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R331 ORW

Does R331 ORW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R331 ORW expired on 23 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R331 ORW?
The MOT on R331 ORW expired on 23 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R331 ORW done?
R331 ORW was recorded at 85,224 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2024, an average of 2,669 miles a year.
Has R331 ORW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R331 ORW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on R331 ORW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R331 ORW find?
R331 ORW passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; oil leak, but not excessive.

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