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G511 TMW

1990 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,155 mi
Last recorded44,155 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG511 TMW
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 44,155 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 44,111 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre perishing in tread

Fail 10 Aug 2016 44,111 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre perishing in tread

Pass 30 Sep 2015 44,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Offside Front WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Fail 21 Sep 2015 44,087 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Offside Front WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 22 Oct 2013 39,645 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 33,730 miles

Brake Discs pitted

Brake Pads unsighted

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 33,279 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

boot full unable to check spare wheel

front and rear brake discs corroded

nsr tyre bald on the outer edge

Pass 30 Sep 2005 33,718 miles

rear nearside tyre slight mishaping

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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G511 TMW is a 1990 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 G511 TMW, 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.

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What year was G511 TMW registered?

G511 TMW is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G511 TMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G511 TMW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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