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JAF 170L

1973 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,916 mi
Last recorded92,916 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Rover Mini44,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAF 170L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 92,916 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2017 92,916 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 87,759 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 74,782 miles

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

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

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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JAF 170L is a 1973 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 44,576 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 JAF 170L, 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 53 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 JAF 170L?

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What year was JAF 170L registered?

JAF 170L is a 1973 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is JAF 170L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAF 170L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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