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XBY 861X

1982 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,485 mi
Last recorded80,485 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 861X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 80,485 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 80,485 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

full beam flash/pass isnt working

Pass 3 Aug 2019 80,462 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 80,416 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 80,297 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 79,245 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 79,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight bind NSR brake

Surface corrosion front discs

Welding repairs carried out to vehicle

Fail 15 Aug 2012 79,234 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight bind NSR brake

Surface corrosion front discs

Welding repairs carried out to vehicle

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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XBY 861X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XBY 861X, 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

How do I check the history of XBY 861X?

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What year was XBY 861X registered?

XBY 861X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 May 1982.

Is XBY 861X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 861X shows 8 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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