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C280 GOM

1985 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

46,544 mi
Last recorded46,544 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC280 GOM
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 46,544 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 46,154 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 45,785 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,697 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 45,468 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 45,060 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 44,689 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 44,481 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 44,362 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,174 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,865 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 43,758 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 43,426 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 43,426 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2012 43,068 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 42,718 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 42,214 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2009 41,743 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 41,057 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 40,336 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 38,974 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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C280 GOM is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C280 GOM, 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 C280 GOM registered?

C280 GOM is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C280 GOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C280 GOM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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