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V822 OAL

1999 Rover 220

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2012
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

159,142 mi
Last recorded159,142 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover 22093,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV822 OAL
MakeRover
Model220
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2011 159,142 miles

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp(s) have 17% inoperative

(2.5B.1c)The nearside front drive shaft constant velocity joint(s) are worn

(3.6B.2c)The nearside and the offside rear including front to rear brake pipe(s) have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(3.7.10)The service brake efficiency has only just met the minimum recommended criteria at time of examination.

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall is deteriorating,it appears the tyre will soon require renewal.

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.0mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.0mm

(6.1.1)The loading door body supportive panelling is corroded around the hinge locations

(6.1.1)The rear boot floor panel is damaged.

(6.1.4)The offside front lower door panel is corroding

(6.4.1)The loading door lock assembly is insecure

(8.2.2)The nearside windscreen wiper blade is splitting

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

NOTES TAKEN AT TIME OF RETEST

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the following items should be given attention as soon as reasonable possible.

Fail 6 Dec 2011 159,140 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamp(s) have 17% inoperative

(1.8A.1)The nearside dipped beam image is adversley affected

(2.3.4)The power steering drive belt is deteriorating.The belt should be replaced now before any retest is carried out.

(2.5B.1c)The nearside front drive shaft constant velocity joint(s) are worn

(3.6B.2c)The nearside and the offside rear including front to rear brake pipe(s) have surface corrosion present along their lengths

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall is deteriorating,it appears the tyre will soon require renewal.

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.0mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre sectional width is worn down to 2.0mm

(6.1.1)The loading door body supportive panelling is corroded around the hinge locations

(6.1.1)The rear boot floor panel is damaged.

(6.1.4)The offside front lower door panel is corroding

(6.4.1)The loading door lock assembly is insecure

(8.2.2)The nearside windscreen wiper blade is splitting

LATE ENTRIES

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 6 - BODY,STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ITEMS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle battery is insecure

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

brake reservoir fluid cap is insecurely mounted

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the following items should be given attention as soon as reasonable possible.

Pass 26 Nov 2010 146,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Nov 2010 146,687 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Sep 2009 131,370 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 118,606 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 118,583 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 118,372 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 21 Aug 2007 107,982 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 107,982 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 105,802 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 105,800 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 92,330 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 220?

Based on 257,900 MOT tests across 37,540 vehicles.

62.4%
Pass Rate
6,439
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
37,540
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 25,916
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19,881
Brake pipe excessively corroded 19,226
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,870
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 11,772
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V822 OAL is a 1999 Rover 220 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1999 Rover 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 93,348 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 220 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 25,916 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V822 OAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Rover 220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V822 OAL is a 1999 Rover 220, first registered on 24 November 1999.

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