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OBD 589M

1973 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,926 mi
Last recorded9,926 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Rover Mini44,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBD 589M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2014 9,926 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 9,229 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2009 6,109 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 5,247 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Apr 2007 3,947 miles

slight play in offside of steering rack

Pass 11 Apr 2006 1,977 miles

doors n/s/f and o/s/f is complete panel no opening

windsheild fitted 20cms above window and door hight' painted white not clear

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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OBD 589M is a 1973 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 44,576 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 OBD 589M, 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 53 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OBD 589M?

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What year was OBD 589M registered?

OBD 589M is a 1973 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 September 1973.

Is OBD 589M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBD 589M shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OBD 589M have outstanding finance?

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