Rover 214 Si (1997)
1997 Rover 214 Si
CarHunch is tracking 1,710 1997 Rover 214 Si vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1997 Rover 214 SI is essentially unreliable by modern standards — only 10% pass MOT first time against the UK average of 80%, and the petrol version records a 0% pass rate across 1,709 vehicles tested. These cars are now nearly three decades old and simply reach the end of their serviceable life; virtually none meet current emissions and safety standards without major work.
At an average mileage of 95,122 miles, survivors tend to be well-used examples, yet the absence of recorded failures and advisories in the data suggests most don't even make it to a testable condition anymore. If you're considering one, treat it as a hobbyist or parts-car purchase only — do not expect to legally run one on UK roads.
We have 1,710 1997 Rover 214 Si vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1997 Rover 214 Si
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Rover 214 Si
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,709 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
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