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OVU 802H

1970 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

4,952 mi
Last recorded4,952 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVU 802H
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 4,952 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 4,846 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 4,485 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 4,471 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 4,073 miles

osr/nsr subframe mount area slight corrosion

Pass 23 May 2011 3,874 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 3,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2009 2,139 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

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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OVU 802H is a 1970 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OVU 802H, 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

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What year was OVU 802H registered?

OVU 802H is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is OVU 802H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVU 802H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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