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LJX 394T

1978 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,636 mi
Last recorded65,636 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2009
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJX 394T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2009 65,636 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 65,636 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2008 65,550 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 3 May 2008 65,550 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 63,871 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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LJX 394T is a 1978 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 LJX 394T, 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 48 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 LJX 394T registered?

LJX 394T is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 August 1978.

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