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B177 XUD

1985 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

80,280 mi
Last recorded80,280 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB177 XUD
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 80,280 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 78,807 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 78,795 miles

Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Generally vehicle suspension and steering items heavily corroded

N/s/f (pair) flexi brake hoses corroded on ferrules

N/s/f brake caliper metal pipes corroded

N/s/f top suspension mount bearing noisy

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leaking from n/s rocker cover and front timing cover gasket

Power steering pump getting noisy

Slight corrosion forming on n/s/f lower wing

Slight corrosion forming on o/s/f top suspension mount

Slight corrosion on n/s/r wheel arch

Slight corrosion on o/s/f inner wheel arch

Slight exhaust blow from n/s/f exhaust flange

Pass 31 Mar 2008 78,353 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 329,560 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

corrosion forming on boot floor

Fail 16 Mar 2007 329,560 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

corrosion forming on boot floor

Pass 16 Feb 2006 77,074 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 77,074 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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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B177 XUD is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 91,698 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B177 XUD, 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 41 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B177 XUD registered?

B177 XUD is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 March 1985.

Is B177 XUD safe to buy?

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