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L156 RGW

1993 Rover 820

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,825 mi
Last recorded129,825 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 1993 Rover 820108,338 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL156 RGW
MakeRover
Model820
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2021 129,825 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 127,558 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 127,273 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 127,178 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 126,932 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 124,909 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 122,993 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 120,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 May 2012 118,941 miles

Both Rear brake pipes quite corroded

Pass 31 May 2011 115,367 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 109,119 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 105,378 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 99,774 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 94,847 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 88,869 miles

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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L156 RGW is a 1993 Rover 820 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 108,338 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 L156 RGW, 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 33 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 L156 RGW?

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What year was L156 RGW registered?

L156 RGW is a 1993 Rover 820, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L156 RGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L156 RGW shows 15 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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