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G258 VAP

1990 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,765 mi
Last recorded39,765 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2007
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG258 VAP
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2007 39,765 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 39,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

O/S outer Cv gaiter perished slightly.

Slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing.

Pass 3 Jul 2006 37,915 miles

Please see advisory notice 780414776101.

Fail 23 Jun 2006 37,894 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Both headlamp images showing age.

Front brake pads maybe getting low.

Offside rear tyre 1mm along extreme inner edge.

Possible puncture in nearside rear tyre.

Slight play in offside rear & nearside front wheel bearings.

Pass 22 Jun 2005 35,935 miles

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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G258 VAP is a 1990 Rover 820 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 88,740 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 G258 VAP, 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 36 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 G258 VAP?

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What year was G258 VAP registered?

G258 VAP is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 15 June 1990.

Is G258 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G258 VAP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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