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B288 SKV

1985 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,108 mi
Last recorded120,108 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB288 SKV
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 120,108 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 116,091 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 109,580 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 104,278 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 101,239 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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)

Offside Front Brake valve insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

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

slight play n/s/front rack arm

Pass 7 Nov 2013 101,239 miles

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)

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

slight play n/s/front rack arm

Pass 21 Sep 2012 97,803 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 97,803 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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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B288 SKV is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 B288 SKV, 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.

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What year was B288 SKV registered?

B288 SKV is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 26 June 1985.

Is B288 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B288 SKV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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