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A797 WMW

1983 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2021
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,734 mi
Last recorded62,734 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA797 WMW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2020 62,734 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 62,354 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner joint steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

boot floor to rear corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2018 60,752 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

remote gearchange rubber bush mountings deteriating

Pass 29 Jun 2017 58,812 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 56,635 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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A797 WMW is a 1983 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,190 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 A797 WMW, 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 43 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A797 WMW registered?

A797 WMW is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 November 1983.

Is A797 WMW safe to buy?

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