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A672 XJH

1983 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

9,847 mi
Last recorded9,847 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA672 XJH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 9,847 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hazard switch only works offside lamps

Fail 21 Dec 2022 9,847 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

hazard switch only works offside lamps

Fail 11 Nov 2022 98,425 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filler cap missing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive water/coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill. Hole and corroded not structural

Pass 27 Oct 2021 7,297 miles

Nearside Front seatbelt slow to retract

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 7,297 miles

Nearside Front seatbelt slow to retract

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 2,958 miles

minor oil leaks

nsf wheel arch loose

Fail 21 Oct 2020 2,908 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Upper Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected bolts too hub (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

minor oil leaks

nsf wheel arch loose

Pass 17 Jun 2019 805 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 786 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned loose (2.1.3 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 407 miles

Front Oil leak From engine area only when vehicle jacked up ()

Front Wipers slow/weak in operation

Fail 14 Jul 2017 407 miles

All position lamps not working Without ignition (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings boot floor close to sub frame mounting (6.1.B.2)

Front Oil leak From engine area only when vehicle jacked up ()

Front Wipers slow/weak in operation

Pass 15 May 2016 2 miles

Front slight engine oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion rear floor has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2012 5,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 5,676 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 97,343 miles

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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A672 XJH is a 1983 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1983 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,190 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 A672 XJH, 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 43 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A672 XJH registered?

A672 XJH is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 September 1983.

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