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S271 BPA

1998 Rover 820

Gold Lpg 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,196 mi
Last recorded167,196 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS271 BPA
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2008 167,196 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 155,279 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 143,402 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2005 130,412 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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S271 BPA is a 1998 Rover 820 in Gold with a 1,994cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S271 BPA, 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 S271 BPA?

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What year was S271 BPA registered?

S271 BPA is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S271 BPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S271 BPA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S271 BPA have outstanding finance?

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