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OUV 535L

1971 Rover 2000 Tc

Blue Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,986 mi
Last recorded2,986 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Rover 2000 Tc58,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUV 535L
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 2,986 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 2,652 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 2,380 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 1,834 miles

nearside rear floor getting corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2011 77,102 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

nearside rear floor is holed and corroded but not within any prescribed area

no rear fog light

steering wheel has some cracks but not considered to be weakend

Pass 27 Mar 2010 76,162 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 76,113 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 72,615 miles

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

corrosion on inner wheel arch behind head lamps

Fail 23 May 2008 72,615 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

corrosion on inner wheel arch behind head lamps

Pass 31 Mar 2007 68,869 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 68,523 miles

all tyre-walls cracking quite badly.

How Reliable is the Rover 2000 Tc?

Based on 2,597 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

77.8%
Pass Rate
371
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 87
brake binding 67
brake recording little or no effort 61
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OUV 535L is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc in Blue with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 58,053 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 2000 Tc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OUV 535L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 2000 Tc typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Rover 2000 Tc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OUV 535L?

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What year was OUV 535L registered?

OUV 535L is a 1971 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is OUV 535L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUV 535L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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