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Rover 820

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,998 cc

R779 YVCMOT history

R779 YVC is a silver petrol Rover 820 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 62,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2025
Mileage
62,924 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R779 YVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
820
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R779 YVC was last recorded at 62,924 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,975 miles · 11 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,949 miles
Average per year
1,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,924 miles
  • 2024 – 60,975 miles
  • 2023 – 60,917 miles
  • 2022 – 59,722 miles
  • 2021 – 59,477 miles
  • 2020 – 59,397 miles
  • 2019 – 57,790 miles
  • 2018 – 56,524 miles
  • 2017 – 56,293 miles
  • 2016 – 55,444 miles
  • 2015 – 54,085 miles
  • 2014 – 53,286 miles
  • 2013 – 50,942 miles
  • 2012 – 49,012 miles
  • 2011 – 47,039 miles
  • 2010 – 45,212 miles
  • 2009 – 43,985 miles
  • 2008 – 42,026 miles
  • 2007 – 39,883 miles
  • 2006 – 38,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,924 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Behind The Mud Flap (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Nearside & Offside Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Nearside & Offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures mean

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,924 miles (+1,949)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,924 miles
    Test number
    660820524425
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill Behind The Mud Flap (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Nearside & Offside Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Nearside & Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Nearside & Offside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass60,975 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    60,975 miles
    Test number
    835469476525
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass60,917 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    60,917 miles
    Test number
    640870138371
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,898 miles (+1,176)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,898 miles
    Test number
    300122439093
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,722 miles (+245)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    998307853334
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass59,477 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    368953365899
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail59,477 miles (+80)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,477 miles
    Test number
    911254471596
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass59,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    191249950455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,397 miles (+1,607)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    442537545546
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass57,790 miles (+1,266)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,790 miles
    Test number
    251490527272
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass56,524 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    905619230627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,507 miles (+214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,507 miles
    Test number
    463156374418
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at brake reaction arm mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass56,293 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,293 miles
    Test number
    517443429225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,444 miles (+1,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,444 miles
    Test number
    315650884460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass54,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,085 miles
    Test number
    978718065144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,085 miles (+2)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,085 miles
    Test number
    248588265480
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass54,083 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,083 miles
    Test number
    956585725176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,286 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,286 miles
    Test number
    977170144248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail53,286 miles (+2,344)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,286 miles
    Test number
    385369334248
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass50,942 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,942 miles
    Test number
    876573603256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,012 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,012 miles
    Test number
    366885512466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,039 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,039 miles
    Test number
    198945691138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,212 miles (+1,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    354772520469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass43,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    43,985 miles
    Test number
    471205819269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,985 miles (+1,959)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,985 miles
    Test number
    204895519294
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

  26. Pass42,026 miles (+2,143)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,026 miles
    Test number
    241850928238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    554018517220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail39,883 miles (+1,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    124598617290
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass38,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,225 miles
    Test number
    864120026223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R779 YVC

Does R779 YVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R779 YVC expired on 10 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R779 YVC?
The MOT on R779 YVC expired on 10 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R779 YVC done?
R779 YVC was recorded at 62,924 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,252 miles a year.
Has R779 YVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R779 YVC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R779 YVC 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 R779 YVC find?
R779 YVC failed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 major defects and 10 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill behind the mud flap; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 10 more.

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