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K172 PGV

1992 Rover 820

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

86,018 mi
Last recorded86,018 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2008
Typical for 1992 Rover 820108,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK172 PGV
MakeRover
Model820
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2008 86,018 miles

Oil leak

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

Tyre outer sidewalls scuffed & slightly perished.

Fail 23 Oct 2008 86,018 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

Tyre outer sidewalls scuffed & slightly perished.

Pass 5 Nov 2007 83,804 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2007 83,804 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2006 81,477 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 78,943 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 78,943 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.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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K172 PGV is a 1992 Rover 820 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 K172 PGV, 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 K172 PGV?

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What year was K172 PGV registered?

K172 PGV is a 1992 Rover 820, first registered on 26 August 1992.

Is K172 PGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K172 PGV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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