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OEL 961M

1973 Rover 3500 S

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,131 mi
Last recorded78,131 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Rover 3500 S60,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEL 961M
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2017 78,131 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,432 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 71,064 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 67,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 64,225 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 61,156 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 56,818 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 55,958 miles

only drivers seat fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Rover 3500 S?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 114
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 70
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 37
brake recording little or no effort 37
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OEL 961M is a 1973 Rover 3500 S in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Rover 3500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 60,453 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 3500 S fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OEL 961M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 3500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this Rover 3500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEL 961M?

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What year was OEL 961M registered?

OEL 961M is a 1973 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 9 November 1973.

Is OEL 961M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEL 961M shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEL 961M have outstanding finance?

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