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DAO 269T

1979 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,505 mi
Last recorded92,505 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAO 269T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 92,505 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 92,108 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 91,392 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 90,644 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,277 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 18,262 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2016 16,735 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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DAO 269T is a 1979 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 DAO 269T, 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 47 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 DAO 269T registered?

DAO 269T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 May 1979.

Is DAO 269T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAO 269T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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