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R812 NTD

1998 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,462 mi
Last recorded79,462 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2006
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR812 NTD
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2006 79,462 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear disc pads look low but cannot measure exactly with wheel on

Pass 6 Jul 2006 79,462 miles

rear disc pads look low but cannot measure exactly with wheel on

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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R812 NTD is a 1998 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 89,064 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 R812 NTD, 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 28 years old, this Rover 820 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R812 NTD?

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What year was R812 NTD registered?

R812 NTD is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R812 NTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R812 NTD 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.

Does R812 NTD have outstanding finance?

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