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S274 VGA

1998 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,423 mi
Last recorded71,423 miles
Recorded on27 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS274 VGA
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2007 71,423 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

additives req to achieve req limits req indepth check code extraction advised

rear brakes pwerformance could be enhanced

Fail 27 May 2007 71,423 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

additives req to achieve req limits req indepth check code extraction advised

rear brakes pwerformance could be enhanced

Pass 12 Aug 2006 72,152 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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S274 VGA is a 1998 Rover 820 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S274 VGA, 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 S274 VGA?

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What year was S274 VGA registered?

S274 VGA is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S274 VGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S274 VGA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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