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A7 WAB

1987 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,581 mi
Last recorded84,581 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1987 Rover SD186,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 WAB
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 84,581 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 77,769 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside rear slightly binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2007 75,727 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2006 74,007 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 74,007 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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A7 WAB is a 1987 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1987 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 86,363 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 A7 WAB, 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 39 years old, this Rover SD1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 WAB registered?

A7 WAB is a 1987 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is A7 WAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 WAB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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