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Rover 820

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,994 cc

T397 RJEMOT history

T397 RJE is a silver petrol Rover 820 first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 47,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
47,281 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 RJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
820
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 RJE was last recorded at 47,281 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jun 2023: 46,428 miles, lower than 76,276 miles on 1 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
47,142 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
139 miles
Average per year
715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,281 miles
  • 2025 – 46,445 miles
  • 2023 – 46,428 miles
  • 2017 – 76,276 miles
  • 2016 – 45,916 miles
  • 2015 – 45,507 miles
  • 2014 – 44,658 miles
  • 2013 – 43,769 miles
  • 2012 – 42,405 miles
  • 2011 – 41,151 miles
  • 2010 – 39,618 miles
  • 2009 – 38,159 miles
  • 2008 – 36,447 miles
  • 2007 – 34,892 miles
  • 2006 – 33,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,281 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,281 miles (+139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    47,281 miles
    Test number
    390862664170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail47,142 miles (+697)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,142 miles
    Test number
    457816140820
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake performance low

  3. Pass46,445 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    675947116822
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail46,445 miles (+17)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    860431885373
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass46,428 miles (-29,848)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,428 miles
    Test number
    515532492796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass76,276 miles (+30,004)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,276 miles
    Test number
    894340763473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail46,272 miles (+356)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,272 miles
    Test number
    275598228552
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass45,916 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,916 miles
    Test number
    416330664241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,507 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,507 miles
    Test number
    302638998648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,658 miles (+889)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,658 miles
    Test number
    308909004474
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass43,769 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,769 miles
    Test number
    457486623261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,766 miles (+1,361)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,766 miles
    Test number
    265885923237
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass42,405 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,405 miles
    Test number
    448227622209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,393 miles (+1,242)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,393 miles
    Test number
    997866622285
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass41,151 miles (+1,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,151 miles
    Test number
    165048721213
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass39,618 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,618 miles
    Test number
    213528520275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,159 miles (+1,712)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,159 miles
    Test number
    651934529208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,447 miles
    Test number
    181841338287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,447 miles (+1,555)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,447 miles
    Test number
    884391738232
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres perishsd

  20. Pass34,892 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    273049627253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    33,193 miles
    Test number
    392330136471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 RJE

Does T397 RJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T397 RJE is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T397 RJE?
The MOT on T397 RJE is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T397 RJE done?
T397 RJE was recorded at 47,281 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 715 miles a year.
Has T397 RJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 RJE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T397 RJE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jun 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T397 RJE find?
T397 RJE passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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