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DEV 974X

1982 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,010 mi
Last recorded80,010 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEV 974X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2024 80,010 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 79,780 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 79,121 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 77,923 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 76,803 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 72,304 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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DEV 974X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DEV 974X, 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 DEV 974X?

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What year was DEV 974X registered?

DEV 974X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 June 1982.

Is DEV 974X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEV 974X shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DEV 974X have outstanding finance?

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