1974 ROVER RANGE ROVER3.5L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle cannot be determined due to a complete lack of recent de-mot data. The last recorded test took place in September 2007 at 67,562 miles, where it passed despite advisories for worn nearside and offside rear upper shock absorber bushes. With no tests recorded for nearly two decades, there is no evidence to confirm if the mechanical condition remained stable or if the vehicle has suffered from neglect while stationary. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 52-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,300 miles per year. Between the October 2006 test at 57,542 miles and the 2007 test at 67,562 miles, the car covered 10,020 miles in a single year before a long period of inactivity. This pattern of use often leads to specific issues such as perished rubber seals, seized calipers, and internal corrosion that mileage alone cannot reflect. A buyer must conduct a comprehensive physical inspection focusing on structural integrity, particularly the chassis and body mounting points where rust typically accumulates on these models. The previous advisories regarding shock absorber bushes indicate that the suspension system was already showing signs of age twenty years ago. Given the vast gap in testing, a thorough check for perished brake lines, degraded fluids, and dry engine components is essential before considering the vehicle safe for road use.