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F823 SMM

1989 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,695 mi
Last recorded17,695 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2015
Typical for 1989 Rover 82081,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF823 SMM
MakeRover
Model820
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2015 17,695 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 17,695 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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F823 SMM is a 1989 Rover 820 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F823 SMM, 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

How do I check the history of F823 SMM?

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What year was F823 SMM registered?

F823 SMM is a 1989 Rover 820, first registered on 12 January 1989.

Is F823 SMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F823 SMM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F823 SMM have outstanding finance?

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