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PRX 73X

1982 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,769 mi
Last recorded66,769 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 1982 Rover SD178,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRX 73X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 66,769 miles

Engine oil leak

Offside Front offside front seat squab collapsed

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 66,769 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 66,769 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Brake pivot has restricted free movement Hand brake pivot in the brake drum (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Brake pivot has restricted free movement Hand brake pivot in the brake drum (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2012 93,932 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 63,932 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Cannot close drivers window

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Slight dampness noted at N/S/R brake back plate

Pass 8 Feb 2011 55,499 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2010 52,435 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 52,404 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 49,088 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 46,363 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 45,918 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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PRX 73X is a 1982 Rover SD1 in Red with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 PRX 73X, 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.

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What year was PRX 73X registered?

PRX 73X is a 1982 Rover SD1, first registered on 12 July 1982.

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