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VPA 121S

1977 Rover SD1

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,558 mi
Last recorded49,558 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 1977 Rover SD149,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPA 121S
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 49,558 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 49,546 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 48,767 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 48,620 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 48,305 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 48,192 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 47,080 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 45,571 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 45,042 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 44,090 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 43,735 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 43,423 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 43,071 miles

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

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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VPA 121S is a 1977 Rover SD1 in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VPA 121S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VPA 121S registered?

VPA 121S is a 1977 Rover SD1, first registered on 23 December 1977.

Is VPA 121S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPA 121S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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