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B970 PKV

1985 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 2350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,484 mi
Last recorded106,484 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB970 PKV
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,350cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2012 106,484 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 107,003 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 106,493 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 105,909 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 105,122 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 105,040 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 May 2006 104,467 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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B970 PKV is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Red with a 2,350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 91,698 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 B970 PKV, 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 41 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 B970 PKV registered?

B970 PKV is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 24 January 1985.

Is B970 PKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B970 PKV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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