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H242 HTM

1991 Rover 820

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,142 mi
Last recorded106,142 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1991 Rover 82095,503 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH242 HTM
MakeRover
Model820
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2007 106,142 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

brake pipes greased at time of test

Pass 12 May 2006 100,125 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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H242 HTM is a 1991 Rover 820 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 95,503 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 H242 HTM, 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 35 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 H242 HTM?

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What year was H242 HTM registered?

H242 HTM is a 1991 Rover 820, first registered on 11 April 1991.

Is H242 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H242 HTM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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