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A872 TLG

1983 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,086 mi
Last recorded49,086 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA872 TLG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 49,086 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 49,086 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 49,013 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 48,942 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 48,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 48,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 48,716 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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A872 TLG is a 1983 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A872 TLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A872 TLG registered?

A872 TLG is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A872 TLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A872 TLG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A872 TLG have outstanding finance?

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