MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,192 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear handbrake effort low
Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (5.2.3 (j))
damp around power steering box no leaks at time of test
slight oil leak from PAS pump
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
corrosion to offside front jacking point
How Reliable is the Rover P5?
Based on 1,923 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LYP 470K is a 1972 Rover P5 in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1972 Rover P5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 55,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Rover P5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYP 470K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover P5 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 54 years old, this Rover P5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of LYP 470K?
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What year was LYP 470K registered?
LYP 470K is a 1972 Rover P5, first registered on 10 July 1972.
Is LYP 470K safe to buy?
The MOT history for LYP 470K shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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