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S170 BDK

1998 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,209 mi
Last recorded125,209 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 BDK
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2015 125,209 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 123,380 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 22,693 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 121,037 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 116,891 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 113,724 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 113,724 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 110,054 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 105,466 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2007 100,645 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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S170 BDK is a 1998 Rover 820 in Silver with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 S170 BDK, 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

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What year was S170 BDK registered?

S170 BDK is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S170 BDK safe to buy?

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