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C118 YAC

1986 Rover SD1

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,827 mi
Last recorded45,827 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2010
Typical for 1986 Rover SD191,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC118 YAC
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2010 45,827 miles

Oil leak

hooter just on limits of output

Fail 12 Jul 2010 45,818 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

hooter just on limits of output

Pass 6 Nov 2006 44,612 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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C118 YAC is a 1986 Rover SD1 in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 91,919 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 C118 YAC, 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 40 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C118 YAC?

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What year was C118 YAC registered?

C118 YAC is a 1986 Rover SD1, first registered on 6 March 1986.

Is C118 YAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C118 YAC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C118 YAC have outstanding finance?

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