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V438 XOG

1999 Rover 820

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,075 mi
Last recorded54,075 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Rover 82077,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV438 XOG
MakeRover
Model820
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 54,075 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 53,949 miles

ADVISE HAND BRAKE TRAVEL

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 53,947 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outter sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

ADVISE HAND BRAKE TRAVEL

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 53,925 miles

Central Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 51,615 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 51,595 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 49,866 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 49,866 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 49,050 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 47,759 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 46,211 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 45,009 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 44,281 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 43,296 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 42,100 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 39,682 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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V438 XOG is a 1999 Rover 820 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V438 XOG, 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 V438 XOG registered?

V438 XOG is a 1999 Rover 820, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is V438 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V438 XOG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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