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BDZ 2546

1986 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,400 mi
Last recorded42,400 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDZ 2546
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 42,400 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 42,143 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 41,801 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 41,801 miles

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

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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BDZ 2546 is a 1986 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 52,889 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 BDZ 2546, 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 40 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 BDZ 2546 registered?

BDZ 2546 is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 May 1986.

Is BDZ 2546 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDZ 2546 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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