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G637 TGW

1990 Rover 820

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

104,476 mi
Last recorded104,476 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG637 TGW
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2012 104,476 miles

all 4 shock absorbers have a slight misting of oil

front number plate cracked

front suspension bushes slightly worn

light stone chips on windscreen

Pass 6 Apr 2011 101,663 miles

slight exhaust leak at joins

Pass 26 Mar 2010 98,200 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 94,370 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 89,258 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 89,256 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 84,373 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 84,360 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 78,214 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 78,213 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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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G637 TGW is a 1990 Rover 820 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G637 TGW, 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 G637 TGW?

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What year was G637 TGW registered?

G637 TGW is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 17 April 1990.

Is G637 TGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G637 TGW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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