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NLS 490M

1974 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,746 mi
Last recorded38,746 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 1974 Rover Mini53,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLS 490M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 38,746 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 38,688 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 38,617 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 38,457 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 38,297 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 38,097 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 37,946 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 37,669 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

offside front brake hose slightly perished

Fail 10 Jul 2014 37,669 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

offside front brake hose slightly perished

Pass 17 Jul 2013 37,514 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 37,495 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 37,254 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,056 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

oil leak at gear box

Pass 19 Jun 2010 36,812 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 36,811 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,695 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 36,542 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 36,499 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2006 36,286 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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NLS 490M is a 1974 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1974 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 53,000 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 NLS 490M, 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 52 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 NLS 490M registered?

NLS 490M is a 1974 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is NLS 490M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLS 490M shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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