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WGM 137Y

1983 Rover SD1

White Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

122,141 mi
Last recorded122,141 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2005
Typical for 1983 Rover SD177,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGM 137Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2005 122,141 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2005 122,141 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 122,136 miles

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

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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WGM 137Y is a 1983 Rover SD1 in White with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1983 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 77,555 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 WGM 137Y, 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 43 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 WGM 137Y?

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What year was WGM 137Y registered?

WGM 137Y is a 1983 Rover SD1, first registered on 7 July 1983.

Is WGM 137Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGM 137Y shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WGM 137Y have outstanding finance?

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