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A186 TAV

1984 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34 mi
Last recorded34 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1984 Rover Mini51,532 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA186 TAV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 34 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 18 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front wheels not covered by wheel arches

Fail 13 May 2011 16 miles

Nearside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front wheels not covered by wheel arches

Pass 5 Sep 2006 18,788 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 18,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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A186 TAV is a 1984 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 51,532 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A186 TAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 42 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A186 TAV registered?

A186 TAV is a 1984 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 April 1984.

Is A186 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A186 TAV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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