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A303 JEL

1983 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,712 mi
Last recorded82,712 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA303 JEL
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 May 2012 82,712 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 82,511 miles

rear tyres sidewalls and tread cracking

Pass 6 Aug 2009 81,678 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 76,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres sidewalls cracking

Pass 17 Jun 2007 67,680 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 65,377 miles

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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A303 JEL is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A303 JEL, 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 A303 JEL registered?

A303 JEL is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 24 October 1983.

Is A303 JEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A303 JEL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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