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A563 WUK

1984 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,885 mi
Last recorded91,885 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2005
Typical for 1984 Rover SD182,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA563 WUK
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2005 91,885 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 91,882 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Steering column flexible coupling cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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A563 WUK is a 1984 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,538 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 A563 WUK, 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 42 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 A563 WUK registered?

A563 WUK is a 1984 Rover SD1, first registered on 11 January 1984.

Is A563 WUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A563 WUK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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