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YDF 152K

1971 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,240 mi
Last recorded50,240 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDF 152K
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 50,240 miles

both drive shaft gaitors loose

hazards not working

wipers do not park

Pass 27 May 2025 50,156 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both outer drive shaft gaitors insecure and leaking grease

both rear tyres are feathering

hazards not working

wipers do not park

Fail 21 May 2025 50,155 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin manifold downpipe (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both outer drive shaft gaitors insecure and leaking grease

both rear tyres are feathering

hazards not working

wipers do not park

Pass 14 May 2024 49,492 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 20,021 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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YDF 152K is a 1971 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 YDF 152K, 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 55 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 YDF 152K registered?

YDF 152K is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is YDF 152K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDF 152K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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