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DHY 233W

1980 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,831 mi
Last recorded96,831 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHY 233W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 96,831 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 96,831 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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DHY 233W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 DHY 233W, 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 46 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 DHY 233W registered?

DHY 233W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 September 1980.

Is DHY 233W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHY 233W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHY 233W have outstanding finance?

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