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V966 LGS

1999 Rover 820

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,529 mi
Last recorded116,529 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2008
Typical for 1999 Rover 82077,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV966 LGS
MakeRover
Model820
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2008 116,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 111,009 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 111,009 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 107,506 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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V966 LGS is a 1999 Rover 820 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V966 LGS, 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 V966 LGS?

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What year was V966 LGS registered?

V966 LGS is a 1999 Rover 820, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V966 LGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V966 LGS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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