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OFB 444Y

1983 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,035 mi
Last recorded196,035 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFB 444Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 196,035 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 191,357 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 187,863 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 183,068 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 179,000 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 174,856 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 167,972 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 164,885 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 161,315 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 158,745 miles

offside steering rack movement.

Pass 19 Sep 2013 155,876 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 152,927 miles

steering rack offside, movement.

Pass 12 Sep 2011 150,325 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 147,131 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 144,187 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 144,104 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 140,237 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 133,784 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 133,781 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Rear Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 58,153 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 57,976 miles

Lower Steering component cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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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OFB 444Y is a 1983 Rover SD1 in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OFB 444Y, 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 OFB 444Y?

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What year was OFB 444Y registered?

OFB 444Y is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 26 March 1983.

Is OFB 444Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFB 444Y shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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