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NTS 708Y

1983 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,855 mi
Last recorded111,855 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTS 708Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 111,855 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 111,404 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

fluid leak from nearside rear brake drum (possibly gear oil) but requires further inspection

Pass 7 Sep 2012 110,333 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Aug 2012 110,333 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 110,240 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 109,867 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 109,806 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 109,647 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 109,038 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 108,185 miles

Exhaust tail-pipe beginning to split.

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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NTS 708Y is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NTS 708Y, 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 NTS 708Y registered?

NTS 708Y is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 19 January 1983.

Is NTS 708Y safe to buy?

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