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S822 DWV

1998 Rover 820

Gold Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,831 mi
Last recorded100,831 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS822 DWV
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2006 100,831 miles

Battery insecure

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

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 26 Oct 2005 98,593 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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S822 DWV is a 1998 Rover 820 in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 S822 DWV, 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 S822 DWV?

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What year was S822 DWV registered?

S822 DWV is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is S822 DWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S822 DWV shows 2 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 S822 DWV have outstanding finance?

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