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FOT 181X

1981 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

109,773 mi
Last recorded109,773 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1981 Rover SD175,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOT 181X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 109,773 miles

Front tyres worn on inside

Offside Rear tyre worn inside

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 108,202 miles

n/s/f + o/s/r tyres worn on inside

Fail 1 Jun 2016 108,199 miles

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

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

Steering column flexible coupling cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f + o/s/r tyres worn on inside

Pass 9 Aug 2012 106,287 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 106,277 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 102,338 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2011 102,338 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2010 98,106 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 93,124 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2009 93,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 45 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 95,384 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 91,926 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 91,926 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

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

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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FOT 181X is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1981 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 75,426 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 FOT 181X, 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 45 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FOT 181X registered?

FOT 181X is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FOT 181X safe to buy?

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