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A137 RWL

1983 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,339 mi
Last recorded39,339 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA137 RWL
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 39,339 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 38,812 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 38,296 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 37,923 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 37,134 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 37,122 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 35,888 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 34,907 miles

fuel line clip loose

o/s/r brake slightly binding

slight pas leak

slight play in both front track rod ends

Pass 1 Dec 2007 33,060 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Rover SD1?

Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Steering rack gaiter split 340
parking brake recording little or no effort 278
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 265
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A137 RWL is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 77,555 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover SD1 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A137 RWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover SD1 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A137 RWL registered?

A137 RWL is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 14 September 1983.

Is A137 RWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A137 RWL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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