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F638 XOK

1988 Rover 820

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,086 mi
Last recorded100,086 miles
Recorded on10 May 2006
Typical for 1988 Rover 82069,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF638 XOK
MakeRover
Model820
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 May 2006 100,086 miles

surface corrosion on under sills

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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F638 XOK is a 1988 Rover 820 in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 69,868 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 F638 XOK, 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 38 years old, this Rover 820 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F638 XOK?

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What year was F638 XOK registered?

F638 XOK is a 1988 Rover 820, first registered on 31 August 1988.

Is F638 XOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F638 XOK 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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