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VNB 531X

1982 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,610 mi
Last recorded78,610 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNB 531X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2018 78,610 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

front parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion rear bed (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2018 78,610 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Apr 2018 78,610 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 78,610 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 78,610 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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VNB 531X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VNB 531X, 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 44 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 VNB 531X registered?

VNB 531X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 February 1982.

Is VNB 531X safe to buy?

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