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B345 LJF

1984 Rover SD1

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

7,977 mi
Last recorded7,977 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1984 Rover SD182,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB345 LJF
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 7,977 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 7,676 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 7,214 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 6,473 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 5,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 4,350 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 3,525 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 2,111 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 1,521 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 21 miles

new speedo fitted showing new mileage.

Pass 8 Feb 2016 62,324 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 61,878 miles

H\BRAKE CABLE FOULING DIFF\MOUNT

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 61,878 miles

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Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 59,958 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 58,525 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,593 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 56,000 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 54,502 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 51,901 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 50,227 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 50,225 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 48,598 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 47,434 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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B345 LJF is a 1984 Rover SD1 in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 B345 LJF, 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 B345 LJF registered?

B345 LJF is a 1984 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B345 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B345 LJF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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