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GRP 506L

1972 Rover 3500 S

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

58,490 mi
Last recorded58,490 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Rover 3500 S52,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRP 506L
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,490 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 58,442 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened sagged (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front tyre cracked

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened sagged (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 57,078 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 56,241 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 55,201 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 53,748 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 52,198 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 51,853 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 51,587 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 51,350 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 51,068 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 50,723 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 50,210 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 49,859 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 3500 S?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 70
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
brake recording little or no effort 37
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GRP 506L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1972 Rover 3500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 52,195 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 3500 S fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRP 506L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this Rover 3500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GRP 506L registered?

GRP 506L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 21 November 1972.

Is GRP 506L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRP 506L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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