MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
209,033 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
How Reliable is the Rover SD1?
Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HMW 204W is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.
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 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 HMW 204W, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of HMW 204W?
You can check the full history of HMW 204W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was HMW 204W registered?
HMW 204W is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 May 1981.
Is HMW 204W safe to buy?
The MOT history for HMW 204W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does HMW 204W have outstanding finance?
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