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C280 DHM

1986 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,629 mi
Last recorded90,629 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 1986 Rover SD191,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC280 DHM
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2013 90,629 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 89,364 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C280 DHM is a 1986 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C280 DHM, 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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What year was C280 DHM registered?

C280 DHM is a 1986 Rover SD1, first registered on 15 May 1986.

Is C280 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C280 DHM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C280 DHM have outstanding finance?

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