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HBE 848N

1975 Rover 3500

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,923 mi
Last recorded86,923 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 1975 Rover 350057,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBE 848N
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 86,923 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 85,559 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 85,059 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 82,946 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 81,217 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 81,203 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2013 81,203 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Pass 13 May 2009 81,046 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 81,046 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 9 May 2008 80,847 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 80,819 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 80,608 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 80,608 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 80,431 miles

Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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HBE 848N is a 1975 Rover 3500 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1975 Rover 3500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 57,909 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 693 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HBE 848N, 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 51 years old, this Rover 3500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HBE 848N?

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What year was HBE 848N registered?

HBE 848N is a 1975 Rover 3500, first registered on 1 July 1975.

Is HBE 848N safe to buy?

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