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OEL 501M

1973 Rover 2200 Tc

White Petrol 2205cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,199 mi
Last recorded81,199 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEL 501M
MakeRover
Model2200 Tc
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,205cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2016 81,199 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2015 81,198 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover 2200 Tc?

Based on 950 MOT tests across 142 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
335
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 32
brake binding 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
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OEL 501M is a 1973 Rover 2200 Tc in White with a 2,205cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Rover 2200 Tc fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEL 501M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2200 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 53 years old, this Rover 2200 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OEL 501M registered?

OEL 501M is a 1973 Rover 2200 Tc, first registered on 23 October 1973.

Is OEL 501M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEL 501M shows 2 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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