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JKH 496L

1973 Rover Mini

Not stated Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,219 mi
Last recorded52,219 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Rover Mini44,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKH 496L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 52,219 miles

Coolant leak around head area ()

full underside of body undersealed

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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JKH 496L is a 1973 Rover Mini in Not stated with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JKH 496L, 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

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What year was JKH 496L registered?

JKH 496L is a 1973 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1973.

Is JKH 496L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKH 496L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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