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D281 NOB

1986 Rover SD1

Gold Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,022 mi
Last recorded89,022 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1986 Rover SD191,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD281 NOB
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 May 2016 89,022 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 88,994 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 88,975 miles

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

slight bind offside rear brake

Pass 25 Sep 2008 88,131 miles

Outer n/s o/s rear lower valance slight corrosion.

Slight corrosion on o/s front inner top wheel arch.

Pass 24 Sep 2007 87,285 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 86,350 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 85,418 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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D281 NOB is a 1986 Rover SD1 in Gold with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 D281 NOB, 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 D281 NOB registered?

D281 NOB is a 1986 Rover SD1, first registered on 7 October 1986.

Is D281 NOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D281 NOB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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