Rover 820 Si 16v Auto (1990)
1990 Rover 820 Si 16v Auto
CarHunch is tracking 158 1990 Rover 820 Si 16v Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1990 Rover 820 Si 16V Auto has a 0% MOT pass rate across 158 vehicles tested—a stark departure from the UK average of 80%—and none have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is the only silver lining here. The complete failure to pass suggests these cars are either no longer roadworthy or have been retired from active use, making them unsuitable as everyday transport.
At 34 years old, any surviving example is a classic or restoration project rather than a practical buy; the absence of recorded failures and advisories reflects that most are likely off the road or non-functional. If you're considering one, treat it as a museum piece or long-term restoration, not something to drive home from a dealer—you'll need a full mechanical overhaul and likely historic vehicle registration before it's legal.
We have 158 1990 Rover 820 Si 16v Auto vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1990 Rover 820 Si 16v Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Rover 820 Si 16v Auto
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 155 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (2%) | 3 | 0% | 0 |
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