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D168 KRJ

1986 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,830 mi
Last recorded92,830 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 1986 Rover SD191,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD168 KRJ
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 92,830 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 92,756 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 92,306 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 91,649 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 90,918 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 90,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 3 Aug 2011 90,247 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 90,242 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 90,218 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 90,202 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 90,185 miles

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 90,155 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 90,147 miles

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2006 90,120 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 90,111 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2005 90,054 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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D168 KRJ is a 1986 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D168 KRJ, 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 D168 KRJ?

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What year was D168 KRJ registered?

D168 KRJ is a 1986 Rover SD1, first registered on 18 August 1986.

Is D168 KRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D168 KRJ shows 16 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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