Rover Sd1
From 278 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen and service brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, caused 12 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 12 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 9 |
| service brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 8 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 8 |
| brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle. | 7 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 6 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 22.2% of Sd1 failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 18.1% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £131.
Typical mileage
Half of all Sd1s tested had between 55,266 and 111,656 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 81,855 median miles, the Sd1 has 0.026 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Rover models
| Rover Mini | 75.8% |
| Rover 75 | 67.7% |
| Rover 25 | 68.2% |
| Rover 45 | 65.3% |
| Rover 216 | 72% |
Common questions
What is the Rover Sd1 MOT pass rate?
The Rover Sd1 has a 78.4% MOT pass rate based on 278 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Rover Sd1?
The most common MOT failure on the Rover Sd1 is the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, which caused 12 failures. Other common issues include windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Rover Sd1 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Rover Sd1 is 81,855 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 55,266 and 111,656 miles.
Buying a used Sd1?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 78.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £131 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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