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NLY 645L

1972 Rover 3500 S

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

28,600 mi
Last recorded28,600 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1972 Rover 3500 S52,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLY 645L
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 28,600 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 27,909 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 May 2014 27,890 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2012 2,359 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

under body corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2011 1,163 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 1,157 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2010 99,110 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 99,030 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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NLY 645L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 NLY 645L, 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 NLY 645L?

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What year was NLY 645L registered?

NLY 645L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is NLY 645L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLY 645L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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