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SXS 989

1953 Rover 75

Black Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,136 mi
Last recorded68,136 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 1953 Rover 7550,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXS 989
MakeRover
Model75
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2023 68,136 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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SXS 989 is a 1953 Rover 75 in Black with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 50,017 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SXS 989, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 73 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SXS 989?

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What year was SXS 989 registered?

SXS 989 is a 1953 Rover 75, first registered on 1 January 1953.

Is SXS 989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXS 989 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SXS 989 have outstanding finance?

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