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H119 FRO

1990 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

110,292 mi
Last recorded110,292 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2008
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH119 FRO
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2008 110,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 109,200 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 109,200 miles

Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coolant loss radiator area...

rust to inner/outter sills, closers, x members, window pillars, sill steps and general underside...

emisions not checked exhaust blowing down pipe, manifold area....

oil contamination to all front suspension rubber bushes, with vwear...

Pass 7 Mar 2006 107,593 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 107,593 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

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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H119 FRO 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 H119 FRO, 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 H119 FRO registered?

H119 FRO is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 3 December 1990.

Is H119 FRO safe to buy?

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