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WBK 101T

1979 Rover SD1

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,621 mi
Last recorded68,621 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
Typical for 1979 Rover SD147,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBK 101T
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 68,621 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 64,891 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 64,091 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering rack damp

Pass 7 Jun 2008 61,137 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 57,862 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 57,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fuel filler neck flexi joint perished.

Nearside front wheel/tyre slightly mishaped.

Rear exhaust section close to suspension and handbrake cable.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 May 2007 57,816 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Fuel filler neck flexi joint perished.(Nearside rear wheel arch).

Handbrake performance 17% (min pass limit 16%).Advise investigation.

Nearside front wheel/tyre slightly mishaped.

Rear exhaust section close to suspension and handbrake cable.

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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WBK 101T is a 1979 Rover SD1 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 47,318 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 WBK 101T, 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 47 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 WBK 101T registered?

WBK 101T is a 1979 Rover SD1, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is WBK 101T safe to buy?

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