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A730 XMF

1984 Rover SD1

Red Diesel 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,600 mi
Last recorded78,600 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Rover SD182,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA730 XMF
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 78,600 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 78,035 miles

minor engine oil leak

minor free play at steering wheel

minor gearbox oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2021 77,408 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

slight play in top steering column

Fail 23 Nov 2020 77,408 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 77,287 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 76,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

o/s/f tyre low outer edge

Fail 22 Jun 2017 76,839 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

o/s/f tyre low outer edge

Pass 28 Jun 2016 76,193 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 75,380 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 75,367 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

1. both front tyre treads worn close to legal limit. † †2. o/s/r tyre has nail in the tread †

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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A730 XMF is a 1984 Rover SD1 in Red with a 2,393cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A730 XMF, 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.

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What year was A730 XMF registered?

A730 XMF is a 1984 Rover SD1, first registered on 22 February 1984.

Is A730 XMF safe to buy?

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