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GUV 635J

1971 Rover 3500

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,927 mi
Last recorded7,927 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Rover 350057,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUV 635J
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 7,927 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 6,971 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 6,311 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 6,311 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 5,435 miles

rear axle rubber gaitor split

Pass 29 Mar 2017 5,423 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 5,328 miles

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

Rear axle bellow split

Pass 14 Mar 2015 5,121 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 5,121 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 4,968 miles

horn intermitant

indicators flashing slightly slow

power steering pump has slight seepage from component

Pass 15 Mar 2013 4,823 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

indicators flashing slow

Pass 14 Feb 2012 4,440 miles

main beam tell tale light n/w

Pass 7 Mar 2011 4,238 miles

Engine Oil Leak From Oil Filter Housing Area

N/S/R Foot Brake & Hand Brake Efficiency Low

Pass 27 Feb 2010 3,525 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 3,525 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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GUV 635J is a 1971 Rover 3500 in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Rover 3500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 57,726 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GUV 635J, 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 55 years old, this Rover 3500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GUV 635J registered?

GUV 635J is a 1971 Rover 3500, first registered on 24 June 1971.

Is GUV 635J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUV 635J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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