
Rover 820
Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,994 cc
B20 RVRMOT history
B20 RVR is a red petrol Rover 820 first used on 6 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,749 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 11 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 82,749 mi
- At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 1,067 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- B20 RVR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 820
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,994 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1997
- First used
- 6 Jan 1997
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
B20 RVR was last recorded at 82,749 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 82,475 miles · 25 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 274 miles
- Average per year
- 1,067 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 82,749 miles
- 2025 – 82,475 miles
- 2024 – 81,134 miles
- 2023 – 80,154 miles
- 2022 – 80,133 miles
- 2021 – 79,651 miles
- 2019 – 79,643 miles
- 2017 – 77,447 miles
- 2016 – 75,665 miles
- 2015 – 74,165 miles
- 2014 – 71,983 miles
- 2013 – 69,953 miles
- 2011 – 65,449 miles
- 2010 – 63,912 miles
- 2009 – 62,064 miles
- 2007 – 62,037 miles
- 2006 – 61,091 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryAll front suspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryWhole underside corroded
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016
All fuel pipes corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Full MOT history
26 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass82,749 miles (+274)2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 82,749 miles
- Test number
- 374457068886
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll front suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished
- AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
- AdvisoryWhole underside corroded
Pass82,475 miles (+1,341)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 82,475 miles
- Test number
- 791456053820
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll front suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll fuel pipes corroded
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perished
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
Pass81,134 miles (+980)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 81,134 miles
- Test number
- 631489761500
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll bushes perished
- AdvisoryAll fuel pipes corroded
- AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle has corrosion
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded
Pass80,154 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 80,154 miles
- Test number
- 161320869068
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryHead lights dim but providing a pattern
Fail80,152 miles (+19)9 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,152 miles
- Test number
- 314763961198
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp dim
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail80,133 miles (+482)12 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,133 miles
- Test number
- 564498346359
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryAll front suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded
Pass79,651 miles (+1)2 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 79,651 miles
- Test number
- 318033856762
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail79,650 miles (+7)10 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,650 miles
- Test number
- 721537023547
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have a protective coating (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail79,643 miles (+2,196)10 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,643 miles
- Test number
- 196127267388
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass77,447 miles (+1,782)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 77,447 miles
- Test number
- 409470185527
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,665 miles (+7)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 75,665 miles
- Test number
- 601813334443
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,658 miles (+1,493)6 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,658 miles
- Test number
- 976437778721
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both outer sills (5.2.6)
- FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear inner arches (2.4.A.3)
- FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)
- FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear outer sills (2.4.A.3)
Pass74,165 miles (+7)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 74,165 miles
- Test number
- 978924499922
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail74,158 miles (+2,175)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,158 miles
- Test number
- 858049913621
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
Pass71,983 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 71,983 miles
- Test number
- 815917444218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail71,983 miles (+2,030)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,983 miles
- Test number
- 915276744243
- FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Pass69,953 miles (+2,006)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 69,953 miles
- Test number
- 245329813436
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail67,947 miles (+2,498)7 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 67,947 miles
- Test number
- 778392323040
- FailureBody has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
- FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteLimited reserve travel on park brake lever.
- NoteRear brake discs badly corroded.
Pass65,449 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 65,449 miles
- Test number
- 228817491291
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Fail65,449 miles (+1,537)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,449 miles
- Test number
- 178283481217
- FailureOffside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Pass63,912 miles (+1,848)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 63,912 miles
- Test number
- 393020370274
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass62,064 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 62,064 miles
- Test number
- 502948559216
- NoteAll brake discs badly rusted.
- NoteBoth rear bumper outer mountings insecure.
- NoteUnderbody suspension parts rusted.
Fail62,064 miles (+27)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,064 miles
- Test number
- 543773259247
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- NoteAll brake discs badly rusted.
- NoteBoth rear bumper outer mountings insecure.
- NoteNear side reverse light not working.
- NoteUnderbody suspension parts rusted.
Pass62,037 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2008
- Odometer
- 62,037 miles
- Test number
- 231943647472
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,037 miles (+946)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,037 miles
- Test number
- 903915037126
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Pass61,091 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 61,091 miles
- Test number
- 833494076091
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Questions about B20 RVR
- Does B20 RVR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 RVR is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on B20 RVR?
- The MOT on B20 RVR is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has B20 RVR done?
- B20 RVR was recorded at 82,749 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 1,067 miles a year.
- Has B20 RVR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. B20 RVR has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
- Has the mileage on B20 RVR ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on B20 RVR find?
- B20 RVR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 6 more.
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