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FBP 107C

1965 Rover 3 Litre

Green Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,676 mi
Last recorded31,676 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1965 Rover 3 Litre54,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBP 107C
MakeRover
Model3 Litre
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 31,676 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 31,386 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central sill/front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 31,375 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Steering locking device ineffective Track rod (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Upper wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Steering locking device ineffective Track rod (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Upper wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central sill/front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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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FBP 107C is a 1965 Rover 3 Litre in Green with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1965 Rover 3 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 54,322 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 3 Litre fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBP 107C, 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 61 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 FBP 107C registered?

FBP 107C is a 1965 Rover 3 Litre, first registered on 18 March 1965.

Is FBP 107C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBP 107C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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