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B276 YHK

1985 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

37,080 mi
Last recorded37,080 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB276 YHK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 37,080 miles

Hazards flashing quickly

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Fail 30 Aug 2025 37,070 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/50x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Obligatory mirror slightly loose both door mirrors (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

hazzard lamps flash very fast

led lamps fitted to at time of test

Pass 12 Sep 2024 36,173 miles

Rear hazard lights flashing quickly

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Fail 4 Sep 2024 36,173 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear hazard lights flashing quickly

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Pass 29 Mar 2018 91,511 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 91,043 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 91,043 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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B276 YHK is a 1985 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1985 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,678 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 B276 YHK, 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 41 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B276 YHK registered?

B276 YHK is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B276 YHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B276 YHK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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