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VBY 463L

1987 Rover 3500 S

Grey Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,032 mi
Last recorded19,032 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 463L
MakeRover
Model3500 S
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 19,032 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 19,028 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 19,011 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 19,005 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 19,002 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 18,951 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 18,842 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 18,748 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 18,722 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,608 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 18,599 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 18,595 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,510 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 18,448 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 18,068 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,924 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 17,647 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 17,303 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 16,527 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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VBY 463L is a 1987 Rover 3500 S in Grey with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VBY 463L, 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 39 years old, this Rover 3500 S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VBY 463L?

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What year was VBY 463L registered?

VBY 463L is a 1987 Rover 3500 S, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is VBY 463L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 463L shows 19 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 VBY 463L have outstanding finance?

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