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SAH 173M

1974 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,060 mi
Last recorded68,060 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Rover Mini53,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAH 173M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 68,060 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 67,786 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 67,160 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 67,160 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Obligatory mirror insecure rear view (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SAH 173M is a 1974 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SAH 173M, 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

How do I check the history of SAH 173M?

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What year was SAH 173M registered?

SAH 173M is a 1974 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 June 1974.

Is SAH 173M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAH 173M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAH 173M have outstanding finance?

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