Rover 820 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 820. Check any 820 by registration number below.

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65.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-8.4%

vs Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 820 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 820 has an average MOT pass rate of 65.9%, which is 8.4 percentage points below the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 820 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 820 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 820 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Rover 820, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rover 820 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 192 vehicles

68.2%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1998

Based on 102 vehicles

70.6%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

29.3%

1997

Based on 119 vehicles

60.5%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

33.8%

1996

Based on 84 vehicles

61.9%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

23.4%

1995

Based on 30 vehicles

53.3%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

1994

Based on 46 vehicles

78.3%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

21.2%

1993

Based on 33 vehicles

66.7%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.1%

1992

Based on 37 vehicles

62.2%Below Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

36.4%

0

Based on 282 vehicles

71.3%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Mileage at 5yr

94k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 820

The most common reasons a Rover 820 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

19.9%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

11.9%

Rover 820 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

10.4%

Rear Nearside

8.3%

Front Offside

7.3%

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68.7% pass rate

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52.1% pass rate

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82.9% pass rate

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55.0% pass rate

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63.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Rover 820

Rover 820 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 820 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 820?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 820 is 65.9% compared to the Rover average of 74.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover 820?

The most common MOT failures on the Rover 820 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (19.9%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (11.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Rover 820 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 65.9%, the Rover 820 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Rover 820?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Rover 820?

Typical mileage for the Rover 820: 93,510 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 820 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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