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BAE 427J

1971 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,617 mi
Last recorded44,617 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAE 427J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 44,617 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 44,617 miles

Nearside Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit battery cable damaged (4.11 (c) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 43,893 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 43,889 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 43,642 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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BAE 427J is a 1971 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 BAE 427J, 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 55 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 BAE 427J registered?

BAE 427J is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 March 1971.

Is BAE 427J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAE 427J shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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