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TSL 944

1971 Rover 3 Litre

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSL 944
MakeRover
Model3 Litre
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2014
Pass 2 Aug 2013 72,114 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 69,453 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 69,453 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2011 69,200 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 67,969 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 66,855 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 66,855 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 64,844 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

How Reliable is the Rover 3 Litre?

Based on 1,996 MOT tests across 325 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
357
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 67
parking brake recording little or no effort 52
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
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TSL 944 is a 1971 Rover 3 Litre in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Rover 3 Litre fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSL 944, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 3 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TSL 944 registered?

TSL 944 is a 1971 Rover 3 Litre, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is TSL 944 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSL 944 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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