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J870 EVG

1992 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,742 mi
Last recorded88,742 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1992 Rover 820108,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ870 EVG
MakeRover
Model820
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2012 88,742 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 87,938 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 86,990 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 86,025 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 84,907 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 83,756 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 82,238 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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J870 EVG is a 1992 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 108,125 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 J870 EVG, 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 34 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 J870 EVG?

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What year was J870 EVG registered?

J870 EVG is a 1992 Rover 820, first registered on 9 April 1992.

Is J870 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J870 EVG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J870 EVG have outstanding finance?

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