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TBD 55R

1977 Rover SD1

Brown Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,054 mi
Last recorded36,054 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 1977 Rover SD149,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBD 55R
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2012 36,054 miles

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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TBD 55R is a 1977 Rover SD1 in Brown with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 49,245 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 TBD 55R, 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 49 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TBD 55R registered?

TBD 55R is a 1977 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is TBD 55R safe to buy?

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