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DTX 971V

1980 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

78,948 mi
Last recorded78,948 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTX 971V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 78,948 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 78,947 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2023 78,943 miles

Central Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear not attached (3.3 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel minimal effort 10kg (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor and sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel minimal effort 10kg (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged no glass ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rpairs covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 78,939 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Jul 2019 78,741 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 78,741 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 78,294 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 78,292 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valence (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength valence (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 78,210 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 78,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint bolt loose (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 26 Oct 2016 74,514 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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DTX 971V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

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 DTX 971V, 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 DTX 971V registered?

DTX 971V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1980.

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