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ELN 490Y

1982 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2015
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,167 mi
Last recorded56,167 miles
Recorded on9 May 2014
Typical for 1982 Rover SD178,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELN 490Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 9 May 2014 56,167 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 55,544 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 53,190 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 79,017 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 78,449 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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ELN 490Y is a 1982 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 78,231 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 ELN 490Y, 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 44 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELN 490Y?

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What year was ELN 490Y registered?

ELN 490Y is a 1982 Rover SD1, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is ELN 490Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELN 490Y shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELN 490Y have outstanding finance?

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