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MHO 977L

1973 Rover 3500 S

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,726 mi
Last recorded21,726 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 1973 Rover 3500 S60,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHO 977L
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 21,726 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 20,115 miles

some corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 13 Aug 2015 18,069 miles

oil leak from oil pump body

rear discs rusting

rear no plate detreriating

Pass 4 Aug 2014 16,053 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear discs rusted

Fail 4 Aug 2014 16,053 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear discs rusted

Pass 23 Jul 2013 13,768 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

some rusting to rear discs

Pass 22 Jun 2012 9,988 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 9,988 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,575 miles

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

chassis and body welding to underside

slight splits in wiper blades

Pass 2 Jul 2010 104,325 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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MHO 977L is a 1973 Rover 3500 S in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Rover 3500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,453 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 MHO 977L, 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 53 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 MHO 977L registered?

MHO 977L is a 1973 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is MHO 977L safe to buy?

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