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OUD 491T

1978 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,860 mi
Last recorded81,860 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUD 491T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2020 81,860 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 80,989 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 80,522 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Apr 2017 78,267 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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OUD 491T is a 1978 Rover Mini in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 OUD 491T, 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 48 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 OUD 491T registered?

OUD 491T is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is OUD 491T safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUD 491T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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