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AUM 509X

1982 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,765 mi
Last recorded69,765 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUM 509X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 69,765 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Nov 2016 69,765 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 69,756 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear body corrosion its repaired and filled by filler

oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2014 69,749 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 69,739 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Position lamp switch missing (1.1.A.1)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 69,640 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 69,377 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 68,996 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 66,839 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 66,838 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 66,354 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

brake peddle antislip rubber worn

Pass 19 Aug 2006 64,726 miles

play in steering rack

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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AUM 509X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AUM 509X, 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

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What year was AUM 509X registered?

AUM 509X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 May 1982.

Is AUM 509X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUM 509X shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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