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B218 KMX

1984 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

130,431 mi
Last recorded130,431 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1984 Rover SD182,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB218 KMX
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 130,431 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 130,300 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2023 130,300 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 130,267 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 130,230 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 129,790 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 129,646 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 129,625 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 129,322 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 129,163 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 128,916 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 128,821 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 128,804 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 127,564 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 127,564 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 126,253 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 124,919 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 122,355 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 117,295 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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B218 KMX is a 1984 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 B218 KMX, 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 B218 KMX registered?

B218 KMX is a 1984 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 October 1984.

Is B218 KMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B218 KMX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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