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V815 KWK

1999 Rover 820

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,333 mi
Last recorded66,333 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover 82077,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV815 KWK
MakeRover
Model820
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 66,333 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fluid leak from power steering rack

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 2 Feb 2012 59,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Feb 2011 49,319 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Feb 2010 43,153 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 43,153 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 39,179 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 39,179 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Jan 2009 39,198 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 37,384 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

handbrake stiff

Pass 29 Dec 2006 35,499 miles

Handbrake release stiff operation

Slight oil leak from power steering rack

Pass 10 Jan 2006 32,583 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2005 32,583 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake discs heavily worn/corroded

front wiper blades in poor condition

oil leak engine area

signs of power steering fluid around rack assembly

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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V815 KWK is a 1999 Rover 820 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V815 KWK, 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 V815 KWK registered?

V815 KWK is a 1999 Rover 820, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V815 KWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V815 KWK shows 12 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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