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FJX 646S

1978 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

67,146 mi
Last recorded67,146 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJX 646S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 67,146 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from master cylinder to t piece (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from t piece to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 67,146 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from master cylinder to t piece (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from t piece to master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

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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FJX 646S is a 1978 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 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 FJX 646S, 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 48 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 FJX 646S registered?

FJX 646S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1978.

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