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A90 HKV

1983 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,312 mi
Last recorded55,312 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA90 HKV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 55,312 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 14 Sep 2012 55,122 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Sep 2011 50,906 miles

Nearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 50,794 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 47,120 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 47,120 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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A90 HKV is a 1983 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A90 HKV, 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 A90 HKV registered?

A90 HKV is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 November 1983.

Is A90 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A90 HKV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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