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SKV 45W

1981 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,518 mi
Last recorded63,518 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKV 45W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 63,518 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 62,925 miles

Drivers seat does not have fore and aft adjustment fitted

Fail 16 Jun 2020 62,914 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drivers seat does not have fore and aft adjustment fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2018 62,837 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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SKV 45W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 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 SKV 45W, 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 45 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 SKV 45W registered?

SKV 45W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is SKV 45W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKV 45W 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.

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