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FOB 133L

1972 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOB 133L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2017
Pass 28 May 2016 41,935 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 38,940 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2015 38,940 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 36,233 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 May 2014 36,233 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2013 28,782 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 18,887 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 12,115 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 8,829 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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FOB 133L is a 1972 Rover Mini in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FOB 133L, 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

How do I check the history of FOB 133L?

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What year was FOB 133L registered?

FOB 133L is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 September 1972.

Is FOB 133L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOB 133L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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