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UFJ 853X

1982 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

60,554 mi
Last recorded60,554 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 1982 Rover SD178,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFJ 853X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2011 60,554 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 60,497 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 60,497 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 60,253 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 30 Aug 2008 60,228 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 58,905 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 58,904 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2006 57,044 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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UFJ 853X is a 1982 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 UFJ 853X, 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 UFJ 853X?

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What year was UFJ 853X registered?

UFJ 853X is a 1982 Rover SD1, first registered on 19 January 1982.

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