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VHR 174

1960 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

92,999 mi
Last recorded92,999 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 1960 Rover Mini52,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHR 174
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 92,999 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion OUTER SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion INNER SILL (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 92,999 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 92,999 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 93,115 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside sill corroded

offside sill corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2011 93,101 miles

front to rear brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2010 93,000 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 93,000 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 99,999 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006

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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VHR 174 is a 1960 Rover Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1960 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 52,568 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 VHR 174, 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 66 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 VHR 174?

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What year was VHR 174 registered?

VHR 174 is a 1960 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1960.

Is VHR 174 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHR 174 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VHR 174 have outstanding finance?

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