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LIL 7917

1990 Rover 820

Black Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

149,015 mi
Last recorded149,015 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2009
Typical for 1990 Rover 82088,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 7917
MakeRover
Model820
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2009 149,015 miles

nearside and offside rear seat belts do not fasten, rear seat removed,

Fail 20 Feb 2009 149,015 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

nearside and offside rear seat belts do not fasten, rear seat removed,

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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LIL 7917 is a 1990 Rover 820 in Black with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LIL 7917, 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

How do I check the history of LIL 7917?

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What year was LIL 7917 registered?

LIL 7917 is a 1990 Rover 820, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is LIL 7917 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIL 7917 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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