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FTM 253L

1987 Rover 3500

Maroon Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1,117 mi
Last recorded1,117 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1987 Rover 350092,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 253L
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 1,117 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 98,769 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 98,769 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2012 96,298 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 94,950 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 94,047 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2009 92,548 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 91,084 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2007 90,183 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 89,028 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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FTM 253L is a 1987 Rover 3500 in Maroon with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FTM 253L, 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 FTM 253L?

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What year was FTM 253L registered?

FTM 253L is a 1987 Rover 3500, first registered on 18 June 1987.

Is FTM 253L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 253L shows 10 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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