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V259 FGB

1999 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,412 mi
Last recorded149,412 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover 82077,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV259 FGB
MakeRover
Model820
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2015 149,412 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 43,009 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 40,740 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 36,533 miles

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

both front brakes slightly binding

rear brake discs have surface rust x 2

Pass 21 Oct 2010 32,774 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 32,774 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 29,915 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 25,115 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,419 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 21,419 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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V259 FGB is a 1999 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 77,820 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 V259 FGB, 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 27 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 V259 FGB registered?

V259 FGB is a 1999 Rover 820, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V259 FGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V259 FGB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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