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ANM 504X

1981 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

102,199 mi
Last recorded102,199 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1981 Rover SD175,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANM 504X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 102,199 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 100,751 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 99,346 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 97,320 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 96,024 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 95,909 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 95,045 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 95,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 91,935 miles

Nearside head lamp beam image slightly distorted

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 90,047 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 87,171 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 85,459 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 82,604 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 80,211 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 78,862 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 77,701 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 76,639 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 75,636 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 74,320 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 72,612 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 72,612 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 70,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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ANM 504X is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 75,426 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 ANM 504X, 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 45 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 ANM 504X?

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What year was ANM 504X registered?

ANM 504X is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 10 December 1981.

Is ANM 504X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANM 504X shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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