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GEL 542L

2006 Rover 3500

Grey Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,206 mi
Last recorded99,206 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 542L
MakeRover
Model3500
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 99,206 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 98,534 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 97,880 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 97,314 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 96,871 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 95,821 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 95,113 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 95,113 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2012 95,065 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 95,065 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 94,255 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 92,208 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 89,096 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 85,480 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 80,527 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 3500?

Based on 14,910 MOT tests across 1,854 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
441
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,854
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 651
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 460
parking brake recording little or no effort 429
brake recording little or no effort 331
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GEL 542L is a 2006 Rover 3500 in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Rover 3500 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 693 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEL 542L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3500 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 20 years old, this Rover 3500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEL 542L?

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What year was GEL 542L registered?

GEL 542L is a 2006 Rover 3500, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is GEL 542L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 542L shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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