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CAY 968T

1979 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,685 mi
Last recorded47,685 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Rover SD147,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAY 968T
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 47,685 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing slightly outside edges

Fail 17 May 2018 47,684 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

front tyres wearing slightly outside edges

Pass 20 Apr 2017 45,846 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 45,194 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,737 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 41,934 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 41,447 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 41,104 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 41,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CAY 968T is a 1979 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 47,318 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 CAY 968T, 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 47 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 CAY 968T?

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What year was CAY 968T registered?

CAY 968T is a 1979 Rover SD1, first registered on 13 March 1979.

Is CAY 968T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAY 968T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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