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AVH 98Y

1982 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

81,684 mi
Last recorded81,684 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2005
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVH 98Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2005 81,684 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment cracked (2.4.F.1b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment cracked (2.4.F.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2005 81,684 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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AVH 98Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 AVH 98Y, 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

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What year was AVH 98Y registered?

AVH 98Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 August 1982.

Is AVH 98Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVH 98Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVH 98Y have outstanding finance?

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