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LGU 799K

1972 Rover 3500

White Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,061 mi
Last recorded83,061 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 1972 Rover 350054,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGU 799K
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 83,061 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 82,118 miles

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

offside rear bump stop missing

Fail 12 Mar 2015 81,847 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

offside rear bump stop missing

Pass 7 Jun 2014 80,730 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 80,722 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 80,205 miles

Brake pipes corroded in places.

Offside front seat belt frayed but not significantly weakened or affecting the operation of the seat belt.

Oil leak

Rear tyres, outer sidewalls have signs of rubbing on inner wheel arches but not at time of the test.

Fail 16 Apr 2013 80,205 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipes corroded in places.

Offside front seat belt frayed but not significantly weakened or affecting the operation of the seat belt.

Oil leak

Rear tyres, outer sidewalls have signs of rubbing on inner wheel arches but not at time of the test.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 79,731 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 79,512 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 78,587 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 77,926 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 77,826 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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LGU 799K is a 1972 Rover 3500 in White with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Rover 3500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 54,304 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 LGU 799K, 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 54 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 LGU 799K?

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What year was LGU 799K registered?

LGU 799K is a 1972 Rover 3500, first registered on 25 February 1972.

Is LGU 799K safe to buy?

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