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WCN 256Y

1982 Rover SD1

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,057 mi
Last recorded116,057 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2005
Typical for 1982 Rover SD178,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCN 256Y
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2005 116,057 miles

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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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WCN 256Y is a 1982 Rover SD1 in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WCN 256Y, 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 WCN 256Y registered?

WCN 256Y is a 1982 Rover SD1, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is WCN 256Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCN 256Y 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.

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