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DWN 279K

1972 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,878 mi
Last recorded70,878 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWN 279K
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 70,878 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 17 May 2017 70,878 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2016 70,695 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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DWN 279K is a 1972 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 53,299 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 DWN 279K, 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 54 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 DWN 279K registered?

DWN 279K is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 April 1972.

Is DWN 279K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWN 279K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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