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R134 XOG

1998 Rover 820

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,682 mi
Last recorded91,682 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover 82089,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR134 XOG
MakeRover
Model820
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 91,682 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 90,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 87,077 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 80,759 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 76,972 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 71,245 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 66,250 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 62,039 miles

nearside front antiroll bar bushes heavily worn

play in offside rear tie bar body mounting bush

Pass 14 Apr 2010 60,393 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges but on raised tread blocks

park brake loose in car and effort getting low

Fail 14 Apr 2010 60,393 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres worn low on edges but on raised tread blocks

park brake loose in car and effort getting low

Pass 30 Apr 2009 57,896 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2009 57,874 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 54,350 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 51,414 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 46,588 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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R134 XOG is a 1998 Rover 820 in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Rover 820 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 89,064 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 R134 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 28 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 R134 XOG registered?

R134 XOG is a 1998 Rover 820, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R134 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R134 XOG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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