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WEP 500T

1978 Rover SD1

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,442 mi
Last recorded74,442 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2006
Typical for 1978 Rover SD146,938 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEP 500T
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2006 74,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 73,997 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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WEP 500T is a 1978 Rover SD1 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 46,938 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 WEP 500T, 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 48 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 WEP 500T?

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What year was WEP 500T registered?

WEP 500T is a 1978 Rover SD1, first registered on 18 October 1978.

Is WEP 500T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEP 500T shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WEP 500T have outstanding finance?

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