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LWV 61W

1981 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,210 mi
Last recorded81,210 miles
Recorded on23 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Rover SD175,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWV 61W
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2007 81,210 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion on rear of o/side and n/side outer cills.

slight corrosion on all metal brake pipes.

slight corrosion on middle of n/side chassis rail.

slight loosenes on o/side and n/side front seats

slight play in steering coupling u/j.

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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LWV 61W is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LWV 61W, 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

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What year was LWV 61W registered?

LWV 61W is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 26 February 1981.

Is LWV 61W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWV 61W shows 1 test 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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