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AFA 867S

1978 Rover SD1

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,044 mi
Last recorded37,044 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1978 Rover SD146,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFA 867S
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 37,044 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 37,044 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 36,840 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 36,629 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 36,506 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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AFA 867S is a 1978 Rover SD1 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 46,938 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 AFA 867S, 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 48 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFA 867S?

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What year was AFA 867S registered?

AFA 867S is a 1978 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is AFA 867S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFA 867S 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.

Does AFA 867S have outstanding finance?

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