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GAB 965J

1971 Rover Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

4,232 mi
Last recorded4,232 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAB 965J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 4,232 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 4,231 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing door mirror (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 2,135 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 2,132 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 141 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 52,987 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 52,847 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 59,985 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 59,485 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 59,040 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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GAB 965J is a 1971 Rover Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 GAB 965J, 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 55 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 GAB 965J registered?

GAB 965J is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is GAB 965J safe to buy?

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