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OSP 718J

1970 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,559 mi
Last recorded63,559 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSP 718J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2017 63,559 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 63,377 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 63,278 miles

offside front wheel bearing noisy

Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,161 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

slight bind nearside rear wheel

Pass 1 Aug 2012 62,776 miles

nearside steering arm has very slight movement

Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,550 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing has very slight movemnt

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 62,280 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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OSP 718J is a 1970 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 48,461 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 OSP 718J, 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 56 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 OSP 718J?

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What year was OSP 718J registered?

OSP 718J is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 November 1970.

Is OSP 718J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSP 718J shows 7 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 OSP 718J have outstanding finance?

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