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HTR 638P

1975 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

99,739 mi
Last recorded99,739 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1975 Rover Mini52,652 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTR 638P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 99,739 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 99,228 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 98,933 miles

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 98,713 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 98,540 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 98,496 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 97,997 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 97,608 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 97,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 96,410 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2015 96,410 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 96,165 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 95,513 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 94,841 miles

centre exhaust mounting deteriorating

Pass 25 Jun 2011 94,105 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 93,520 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 92,650 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 91,912 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 91,628 miles

Oil leak

fuel pump running when ignition on aux

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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HTR 638P is a 1975 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1975 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,652 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 HTR 638P, 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 51 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 HTR 638P?

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What year was HTR 638P registered?

HTR 638P is a 1975 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1975.

Is HTR 638P safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTR 638P shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTR 638P have outstanding finance?

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