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NOD 631W

1981 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,969 mi
Last recorded21,969 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOD 631W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 21,969 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (front sub frame mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2019 21,969 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (front sub frame mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 21,961 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 21,961 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2017 21,725 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 21,725 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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NOD 631W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NOD 631W, 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 NOD 631W registered?

NOD 631W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 January 1981.

Is NOD 631W safe to buy?

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