MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,052 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)
Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
n/s front seat belt lazy funtion
How Reliable is the Rover SD1?
Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EAP 243V is a 1979 Rover SD1 in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 EAP 243V, 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
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What year was EAP 243V registered?
EAP 243V is a 1979 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 August 1979.
Is EAP 243V safe to buy?
The MOT history for EAP 243V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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