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A8 FCH

1987 Rover 820

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,596 mi
Last recorded24,596 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 1987 Rover 82067,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 FCH
MakeRover
Model820
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 24,596 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 24,567 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 24,539 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 24,539 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 24,507 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 24,448 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 24,448 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 24,416 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Jun 2017 24,401 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside parking brake low efficiency

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 24,010 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 23,954 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 23,943 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 23,441 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 22,722 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,448 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 22,448 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 20,348 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 19,319 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 18,638 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 18,638 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 18,367 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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A8 FCH is a 1987 Rover 820 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 67,780 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 820 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,076 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 FCH, 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 39 years old, this Rover 820 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 FCH registered?

A8 FCH is a 1987 Rover 820, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is A8 FCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 FCH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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