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HYU 229K

1972 Rover 3500

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,490 mi
Last recorded92,490 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Rover 350054,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYU 229K
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2017 92,490 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 91,238 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 89,891 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 89,130 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 87,691 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 85,852 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 84,109 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 83,066 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 82,916 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 82,825 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 82,325 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 81,089 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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HYU 229K is a 1972 Rover 3500 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Rover 3500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 54,304 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 HYU 229K, 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 54 years old, this Rover 3500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYU 229K?

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What year was HYU 229K registered?

HYU 229K is a 1972 Rover 3500, first registered on 3 January 1972.

Is HYU 229K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYU 229K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HYU 229K have outstanding finance?

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