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P265 KDA

1997 Rover 820

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,198 mi
Last recorded59,198 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover 82093,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 KDA
MakeRover
Model820
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 59,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

offside rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 17 Jan 2017 58,685 miles

Offside Rear brake disc inner face

Pass 20 Jan 2016 57,906 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 57,511 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 56,176 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 55,468 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 54,523 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 54,520 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

condition of offside rear brake disc inner face

Pass 17 Jan 2011 53,235 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 51,975 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 50,339 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 48,677 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 46,934 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 44,577 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P265 KDA is a 1997 Rover 820 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 93,602 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 P265 KDA, 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 29 years old, this Rover 820 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P265 KDA registered?

P265 KDA is a 1997 Rover 820, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P265 KDA safe to buy?

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