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D483 CNV

1987 Rover 3500

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,694 mi
Last recorded133,694 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Rover 350092,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD483 CNV
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 133,694 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 133,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 131,471 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 129,705 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 129,705 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 126,615 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 124,502 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 122,978 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2018 122,978 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 121,318 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 119,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 118,397 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 117,670 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 116,225 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 115,825 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 114,339 miles

rear tyres getting clsoe on their outer edges

Pass 11 Jul 2009 112,967 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 110,026 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 108,107 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 105,253 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 3500?

Based on 14,910 MOT tests across 1,854 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
441
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,854
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 651
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 460
parking brake recording little or no effort 429
brake recording little or no effort 331
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D483 CNV is a 1987 Rover 3500 in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1987 Rover 3500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 92,541 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 3500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 693 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D483 CNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3500 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 39 years old, this Rover 3500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D483 CNV?

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What year was D483 CNV registered?

D483 CNV is a 1987 Rover 3500, first registered on 24 April 1987.

Is D483 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D483 CNV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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