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CNM 738X

1982 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,655 mi
Last recorded74,655 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2011
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNM 738X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2011 74,655 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 71,586 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 71,585 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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CNM 738X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 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 CNM 738X, 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 44 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CNM 738X?

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What year was CNM 738X registered?

CNM 738X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 May 1982.

Is CNM 738X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNM 738X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CNM 738X have outstanding finance?

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