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B748 COM

1985 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

32,453 mi
Last recorded32,453 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB748 COM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Sep 2023 32,453 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 32,451 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 32,423 miles
Pass 28 May 2019
Pass 25 May 2018 32,198 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 32,198 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 32,198 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 32,198 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 32,108 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 32,098 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 32,098 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 31,628 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 31,628 miles

Steering column locking device missing (2.1.6)

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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B748 COM is a 1985 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 B748 COM, 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 B748 COM registered?

B748 COM is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 February 1985.

Is B748 COM safe to buy?

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