MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,117 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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
Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Oil leak
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Rover 3500?
Based on 14,910 MOT tests across 1,854 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Does FTM 253L have outstanding finance?
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