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VTU 735M

1973 Rover 2000 Tc

Blue Petrol 1978cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,195 mi
Last recorded82,195 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 1973 Rover 2000 Tc59,123 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTU 735M
MakeRover
Model2000 Tc
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,978cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 82,195 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 82,195 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 82,154 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 82,137 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 81,994 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 81,887 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 81,813 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 81,710 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 81,659 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 81,658 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 81,627 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 81,548 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2006 81,364 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 81,364 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VTU 735M is a 1973 Rover 2000 Tc in Blue with a 1,978cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Rover 2000 Tc models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 59,123 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 VTU 735M, 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 53 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 VTU 735M?

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What year was VTU 735M registered?

VTU 735M is a 1973 Rover 2000 Tc, first registered on 25 October 1973.

Is VTU 735M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTU 735M shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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