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WTU 313J

1971 Rover Princess

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,483 mi
Last recorded73,483 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Rover Princess38,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTU 313J
MakeRover
ModelPrincess
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 73,483 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Rover Princess?

Based on 778 MOT tests across 141 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
brake recording little or no effort 25
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
Stop lamp not working 19
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WTU 313J is a 1971 Rover Princess in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Rover Princess models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 38,142 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Princess fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WTU 313J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Princess typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 55 years old, this Rover Princess is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WTU 313J?

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What year was WTU 313J registered?

WTU 313J is a 1971 Rover Princess, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is WTU 313J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTU 313J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WTU 313J have outstanding finance?

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