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ODF 200W

1980 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

43,233 mi
Last recorded43,233 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover SD153,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODF 200W
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 43,233 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 42,718 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 42,708 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 40,504 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 40,501 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2020 39,719 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 39,717 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 38,905 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2017 38,798 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pinon seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 May 2016 37,809 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust buffer pad missing.

power steering pinon seal slightly leaking.

Fail 18 May 2016 37,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust buffer pad missing.

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

power steering pinon seal slightly leaking.

Pass 15 May 2015 35,751 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 35,717 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 35,716 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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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ODF 200W is a 1980 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1980 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 53,038 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ODF 200W, 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 46 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 ODF 200W registered?

ODF 200W is a 1980 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is ODF 200W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODF 200W shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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