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RNO 152K

1972 Rover 3500

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,372 mi
Last recorded11,372 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Rover 350054,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNO 152K
MakeRover
Model3500
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 11,372 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 10,988 miles

Near side rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Oil leak

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion throughout

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 10,335 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Near side rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion throughout

Pass 26 Jul 2013 9,660 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 19 Jul 2013 9,660 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Jul 2012 9,265 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Jul 2011 8,465 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 7,711 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 6,797 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,555 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 4,514 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 2,590 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 948 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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RNO 152K is a 1972 Rover 3500 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RNO 152K, 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 RNO 152K?

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What year was RNO 152K registered?

RNO 152K is a 1972 Rover 3500, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is RNO 152K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNO 152K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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