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V473 XOG

1999 Rover 820

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,660 mi
Last recorded25,660 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover 82077,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV473 XOG
MakeRover
Model820
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 25,660 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 25,655 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 25,403 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 25,374 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 25,037 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2020 25,037 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine power steering pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 23,135 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 23,065 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,147 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 20,632 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,951 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,047 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 18,073 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 17,685 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 17,313 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,486 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,561 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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V473 XOG is a 1999 Rover 820 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V473 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

How do I check the history of V473 XOG?

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What year was V473 XOG registered?

V473 XOG is a 1999 Rover 820, first registered on 4 October 1999.

Is V473 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V473 XOG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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