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C399 GOM

1985 Rover SD1

Silver Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

293,063 mi
Last recorded293,063 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC399 GOM
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 293,063 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 293,005 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 292,891 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 292,834 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

underside heavily under sealed

upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2019 292,732 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

gearbox mounting worn

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 11 May 2018 292,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

gearbox mounting bush worn

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 11 May 2017 292,559 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 4 May 2016 292,486 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

gearbox mounting defective

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 5 May 2015 292,406 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

underneath heavily undersealed

Pass 2 May 2014 292,135 miles

Oil leak

slight leak on rear differential

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 26 Apr 2013 291,685 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 291,461 miles

underneath of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 24 Jun 2010 291,141 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

exhaust back box rubber snapped

underbody and brake pipes heavily undersealed

Pass 12 May 2009 290,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Fail 18 Apr 2008 289,819 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 289,819 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 287,935 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 286,483 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

radiator corroded

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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C399 GOM is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Silver with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 C399 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.

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What year was C399 GOM registered?

C399 GOM is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is C399 GOM safe to buy?

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