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FGX 650C

1965 Rover 3 Litre

Maroon Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,522 mi
Last recorded12,522 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2011
Typical for 1965 Rover 3 Litre54,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGX 650C
MakeRover
Model3 Litre
Year1965
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2011 12,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 12,225 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 3 Litre?

Based on 1,996 MOT tests across 325 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
357
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 52
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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FGX 650C is a 1965 Rover 3 Litre in Maroon with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1965 Rover 3 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 54,322 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 3 Litre fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGX 650C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 61 years old, this Rover 3 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGX 650C?

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What year was FGX 650C registered?

FGX 650C is a 1965 Rover 3 Litre, first registered on 5 November 1965.

Is FGX 650C safe to buy?

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