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LGU 800K

1972 Rover 3500 S

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,680 mi
Last recorded59,680 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1972 Rover 3500 S52,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGU 800K
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 59,680 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 59,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

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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LGU 800K is a 1972 Rover 3500 S in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LGU 800K, 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

How do I check the history of LGU 800K?

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What year was LGU 800K registered?

LGU 800K is a 1972 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 21 February 1972.

Is LGU 800K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGU 800K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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