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SDM 668

1959 Rover 90

Green Petrol 2638cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,850 mi
Last recorded42,850 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 1959 Rover 9042,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDM 668
MakeRover
Model90
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,638cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 42,850 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded in places (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

exhaust rear section in poor condition

Pass 12 Jan 2015 42,850 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 42,850 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2013 42,850 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 42,850 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

mian beam tell tale not working

track rod end and drag link end boots split

Pass 22 Dec 2011 42,633 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 90?

Based on 1,433 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 86
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 68
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 40
parking brake recording little or no effort 31
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SDM 668 is a 1959 Rover 90 in Green with a 2,638cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1959 Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 42,850 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 90 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDM 668, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 67 years old, this Rover 90 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDM 668 registered?

SDM 668 is a 1959 Rover 90, first registered on 27 January 1959.

Is SDM 668 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDM 668 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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