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G58 EOV

1990 Rover 820

Grey Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

26,199 mi
Last recorded26,199 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG58 EOV
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 26,199 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front brake disc backing plate in poor condition

Offside Front brake disc backing plate in poor condition

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

exhaust rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 15 Apr 2025 26,199 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,199 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 26,199 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 26,199 miles

ALL tyres starting to perish in the tread/wall

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

suspension has surface corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2022 26,200 miles

slight surface corrosion on suspension parts

Fail 29 Mar 2022 26,199 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

slight surface corrosion on suspension parts

Pass 1 May 2021 26,195 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2020 25,118 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 39,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 39,340 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 38,180 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 26,766 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 19,538 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 19,514 miles

Tyres showing signs of detteriation in places.

Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,305 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 19,305 miles

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 18,765 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,210 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 17,734 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 17,106 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 16,325 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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G58 EOV is a 1990 Rover 820 in Grey with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G58 EOV, 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

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What year was G58 EOV registered?

G58 EOV is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is G58 EOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G58 EOV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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