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ODO 120Y

1983 Rover SD1

Purple Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

124,460 mi
Last recorded124,460 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2005
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODO 120Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2005 124,460 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 124,450 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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ODO 120Y is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Purple with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 ODO 120Y, 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

How do I check the history of ODO 120Y?

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What year was ODO 120Y registered?

ODO 120Y is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 6 May 1983.

Is ODO 120Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODO 120Y 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.

Does ODO 120Y have outstanding finance?

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