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KJD 743X

1981 Rover Mini

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,168 mi
Last recorded97,168 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJD 743X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 97,168 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 80,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 63,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 63,737 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from union to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded subframe (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from union to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (2.4.A.3)

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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KJD 743X is a 1981 Rover Mini in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 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 KJD 743X, 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 45 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 KJD 743X registered?

KJD 743X is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 November 1981.

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