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M281 NRX

1994 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

173,149 mi
Last recorded173,149 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1994 Rover 820103,740 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM281 NRX
MakeRover
Model820
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2008 173,149 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 173,149 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 170,037 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 166,953 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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M281 NRX is a 1994 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 103,740 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 M281 NRX, 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 32 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 M281 NRX?

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What year was M281 NRX registered?

M281 NRX is a 1994 Rover 820, first registered on 1 September 1994.

Is M281 NRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M281 NRX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M281 NRX have outstanding finance?

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