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DKV 313Y

1983 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,810 mi
Last recorded17,810 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKV 313Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 17,810 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 17,803 miles

rear tailgate boot struts worn

Pass 14 May 2014 17,796 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 17,780 miles

play in offside PAS rack end

Fail 15 May 2013 17,778 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

play in offside PAS rack end

Pass 16 May 2012 17,764 miles

nearside front exhaust front pipe holed blowing

offside suspension resting low

rear number plate lights dull

Pass 23 May 2011 17,756 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside front exhaust pipe holed blowing.

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Play in steering rack.

Rear brakes imbalanced.

Fail 18 May 2011 17,756 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside front exhaust pipe holed blowing.

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Play in steering rack.

Rear brakes imbalanced.

Pass 19 May 2010 17,738 miles

Play in steering rack ends .

Pass 13 May 2009 17,722 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,700 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 17,692 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 11 May 2007 17,664 miles

oil at rear of gearbox area

rear footbrake and handbrake low effort

strong advise excessive play at lower steering column,lower bush missing

Pass 11 May 2006 17,615 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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DKV 313Y is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1983 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 77,555 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 DKV 313Y, 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 43 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DKV 313Y registered?

DKV 313Y is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is DKV 313Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKV 313Y 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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