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UAD 812X

1981 Rover SD1

Gold Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

100,645 mi
Last recorded100,645 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1981 Rover SD175,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAD 812X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 100,645 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 100,645 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 100,409 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 100,392 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front floor corroded

offside rear wheelarch corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2006 99,928 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 99,922 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

oil leak

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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UAD 812X is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Gold with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 75,426 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 UAD 812X, 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 45 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 UAD 812X?

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What year was UAD 812X registered?

UAD 812X is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 27 August 1981.

Is UAD 812X safe to buy?

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