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ADF 26Y

1982 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,950 mi
Last recorded39,950 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADF 26Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 39,950 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 39,924 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 39,754 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 39,556 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 39,157 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 38,702 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 38,702 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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ADF 26Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ADF 26Y, 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 44 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ADF 26Y?

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What year was ADF 26Y registered?

ADF 26Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 August 1982.

Is ADF 26Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADF 26Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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