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MOL 385P

1976 Rover SD1

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,728 mi
Last recorded66,728 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1976 Rover SD155,403 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOL 385P
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 66,728 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 66,282 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 65,996 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 65,739 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 64,846 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 64,726 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 63,820 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 63,287 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 62,916 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 62,262 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 60,953 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 58,627 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 57,595 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 55,270 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 53,017 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 53,017 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 49,780 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 49,768 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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MOL 385P is a 1976 Rover SD1 in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1976 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 55,403 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 MOL 385P, 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 50 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 MOL 385P?

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What year was MOL 385P registered?

MOL 385P is a 1976 Rover SD1, first registered on 28 June 1976.

Is MOL 385P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MOL 385P shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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