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NDL 966W

1981 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,722 mi
Last recorded44,722 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDL 966W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 44,722 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

aftermarket sports seats and exhaust system fitted

aftermarket type bodykit covering outer sills/body sides making full inspection for corrosion not possible

battery insecure

battery lead under rear sub-frame poorly secured/routed

both lower front swivel balljoints missing dust covers

clutch pedal take up point very low

front corner of nearside front floorpan corroded outside perscribed areas

light scratches to screen

offside front brake disc rubbing on disc shield

offside front floorpan corroded outside mot perscribed areas

rear fog fitted into reverse light assembly on offside rear

slight play in offside front top swivel joint

Fail 22 Jul 2011 44,722 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

aftermarket sports seats and exhaust system fitted

aftermarket type bodykit covering outer sills/body sides making full inspection for corrosion not possible

battery insecure

battery lead under rear sub-frame poorly secured/routed

both lower front swivel balljoints missing dust covers

clutch pedal take up point very low

front corner of nearside front floorpan corroded outside perscribed areas

light scratches to screen

offside front brake disc rubbing on disc shield

offside front floorpan corroded outside mot perscribed areas

rear fog fitted into reverse light assembly on offside rear

slight play in offside front top swivel joint

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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NDL 966W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 NDL 966W, 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.

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What year was NDL 966W registered?

NDL 966W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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