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BSF 485W

1981 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,116 mi
Last recorded58,116 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2015
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSF 485W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2015 58,116 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 58,103 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 58,103 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 57,991 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 57,973 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 57,930 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 57,930 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 57,498 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 57,160 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 57,152 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside 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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BSF 485W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 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 BSF 485W, 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 45 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 BSF 485W registered?

BSF 485W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is BSF 485W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSF 485W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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