1994 Rover 214 Si MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 214 Si models manufactured in 1994, based on 132 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1994 Rover 214 Si vintage page → (33.3% current pass rate)1994 Rover 214 Si MOT Analysis
The 1994 Rover 214 Si has an MOT pass rate of 34.1% based on 132 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 95,591 miles on the odometer. With a 65.9% failure rate, the 1994 214 Si is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1994 Rover 214 Si is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 0.8% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions is the second most common issue at 0.8%. Items Not Tested follows at 0.8%.
Top failures specific to 1994 models only. The overall 214 Si page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.8% | 1 |
| 2 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.8% | 1 |
| 3 | Items Not Tested | 0.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 95,591 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.08 | 0.8% | 1 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.08 | 0.8% | 1 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.08 | 0.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1994 Rover 214 Si has an MOT pass rate of 34.1% based on 132 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 95,591 miles on the odometer. With a 65.9% failure rate, the 1994 214 Si is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1994 Rover 214 Si, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 95,591 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.8% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1994 Rover 214 Si models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions — 0.8% of failures
Exhaust, Fuel and Emissions issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1994 Rover 214 Si models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Items Not Tested — 0.8% of failures
Items Not Tested issues account for 0.8% of MOT failures on 1994 Rover 214 Si models. Items Not Tested issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.