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DUG 962Y

1982 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,057 mi
Last recorded18,057 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUG 962Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 18,057 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 18,034 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

When Hazards lights applied the front and rear nearside lights do not work

Pass 30 Jun 2022 17,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Heavy underseal to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 5 Jan 2021 17,733 miles

Rear Tyres worn on inner edge & slightly perished

Slight corrosion to front & rear chassis. Vehicle under sealed, difficult to fully inspect

Fail 5 Jan 2021 17,732 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high Nearside & Offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyres worn on inner edge & slightly perished

Slight corrosion to front & rear chassis. Vehicle under sealed, difficult to fully inspect

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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DUG 962Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DUG 962Y, 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

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What year was DUG 962Y registered?

DUG 962Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 November 1982.

Is DUG 962Y safe to buy?

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