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F236 SGV

1989 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,157 mi
Last recorded169,157 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2006
Typical for 1989 Rover 82081,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF236 SGV
MakeRover
Model820
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2006 169,157 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Rover 820?

Based on 92,659 MOT tests across 19,658 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,012
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
19,658
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,076
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,826
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,771
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,216
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,025
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F236 SGV is a 1989 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 81,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 820 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F236 SGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 820 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Rover 820 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F236 SGV registered?

F236 SGV is a 1989 Rover 820, first registered on 10 April 1989.

Is F236 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F236 SGV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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