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TCW 626L

1972 Rover 3500 S

Cream Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,634 mi
Last recorded69,634 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1972 Rover 3500 S52,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCW 626L
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 May 2025 69,634 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 68,121 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 67,847 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 67,839 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 67,806 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 67,795 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 67,775 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 67,700 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 67,528 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 67,383 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 67,248 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 66,959 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 66,819 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 66,740 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 66,697 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 66,654 miles

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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TCW 626L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S in Cream with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Rover 3500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 52,195 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 TCW 626L, 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 54 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 TCW 626L?

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What year was TCW 626L registered?

TCW 626L is a 1972 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is TCW 626L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCW 626L shows 16 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 TCW 626L have outstanding finance?

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