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P763 CJE

1997 Rover 820

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,565 mi
Last recorded53,565 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover 82093,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP763 CJE
MakeRover
Model820
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 53,565 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 50,785 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2025 50,785 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 44,256 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 38,892 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 32,854 miles

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2007 32,514 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 32,509 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 31,435 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 31,435 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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P763 CJE is a 1997 Rover 820 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P763 CJE, 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 P763 CJE registered?

P763 CJE is a 1997 Rover 820, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P763 CJE safe to buy?

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