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AHR 263L

1972 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,633 mi
Last recorded90,633 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHR 263L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 90,633 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up (2.5.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 89,337 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 89,337 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 87,803 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 87,765 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 6 May 2009 87,681 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Mar 2008 85,893 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 84,286 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

O/S/rear tyre sidewalls beginning to perish

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 83,087 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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AHR 263L is a 1972 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 53,299 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 AHR 263L, 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 54 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AHR 263L registered?

AHR 263L is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 August 1972.

Is AHR 263L safe to buy?

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