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C236 DRH

1986 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,936 mi
Last recorded76,936 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Rover SD191,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC236 DRH
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 76,936 miles
Pass 26 May 2025 76,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 76,349 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 75,978 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 75,978 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking fuel filter hose clip loose (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2022 75,257 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2022 75,257 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 74,937 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 74,937 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 71,399 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Apr 2019 68,626 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 66,377 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 65,602 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 62,781 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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C236 DRH is a 1986 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 C236 DRH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C236 DRH?

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What year was C236 DRH registered?

C236 DRH is a 1986 Rover SD1, first registered on 28 May 1986.

Is C236 DRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C236 DRH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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