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PDD 983M

1974 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,899 mi
Last recorded40,899 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Rover Mini53,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDD 983M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2016 40,899 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Dec 2015

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

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

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

underside corroded in places

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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PDD 983M is a 1974 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 53,000 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 PDD 983M, 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 52 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 PDD 983M registered?

PDD 983M is a 1974 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 March 1974.

Is PDD 983M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDD 983M shows 2 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 PDD 983M have outstanding finance?

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