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Est: £7,000 - £8,000
1959 ROVER P5 3 LITRE
United Kingdom • 30 Jul 2026 • Lot 63
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A desirable Rover P5 3-Litre MkI Saloon from 1959, finished in Shadow Green over Rush Green with a beige interior. This well-documented example boasts long-term enthusiast ownership, extensive recommissioning, and numerous awards, making it a standout for collectors.
Condition
8
Excellent condition, well-maintained, minimal cosmetic issues.
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78,478 miles
658XUL
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RHD/LHD:
LHD
In Brief:
A stellar example of a Mk I P5 3 litre
Finsihed in Shadow Green over Rush Green with a Beige interior
Owned by The Vendor for the last 19 years - only UK owner
First registered in the UK in 2008
A much loved example with a well stacked history file to show for it
Auctioneer’s Notes:
A particularly appealing early Rover P5 3-Litre MkI Saloon, built on 22nd June 1959 and finished in the factory colour combination of Shadow Green over Rush Green with a beige interior.
Supplied new to Henly Motors of Piccadilly, London, this dignified Rover has covered a recorded 78,258 miles, with 14,703 of those miles completed during the last 19 years of present ownership.
Re-imported into the UK from Cagliari, Italy in 2008, it has clearly become a cherished and well-known example, having been used for club events, shows and even weddings, with photographs on file documenting its past use.
Maintenance & Condition:
Described as garaged and professionally maintained, this P5 has b...
Points of note
£810
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,392
Median Price (Since 2020)
£36,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on May 11 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
78,478 miles
Registration Date
1959-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On May 12 2026 with 78,478 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2021 with 78,308 miles
Passed
On Jan 14 2020 with 78,267 miles
Passed
On Jan 31 2019 with 78,107 miles
Passed
On Jan 29 2018 with 77,874 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
- Offside Rear Leaf spring slipper slightly worn (2.4.B.5)
Passed
On Feb 09 2017 with 77,553 miles
Passed
On Jul 23 2015 with 76,757 miles
Passed
On Jul 22 2014 with 75,921 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Failed
On Jul 22 2014 with 75,921 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
- Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Passed
On Jul 18 2013 with 74,873 miles
Passed
On Jul 16 2012 with 74,090 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2011 with 73,453 miles
Passed
On Jul 29 2010 with 71,730 miles
Failed
On Jul 08 2010 with 71,730 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Jul 03 2009 with 67,446 miles
Failed
On Jul 03 2009 with 67,446 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Passed
On Jul 11 2008 with 64,543 miles
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