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WAV 53X

1982 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,461 mi
Last recorded66,461 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1982 Rover SD178,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAV 53X
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2014 66,461 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear suspension and shock bushes starting to perish

Pass 12 Jul 2014 66,461 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear suspension and shock bushes starting to perish

Pass 29 Aug 2007 66,442 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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WAV 53X is a 1982 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WAV 53X, 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 WAV 53X?

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What year was WAV 53X registered?

WAV 53X is a 1982 Rover SD1, first registered on 20 May 1982.

Is WAV 53X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAV 53X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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