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B497 YEG

1984 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,549 mi
Last recorded73,549 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1984 Rover Mini51,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB497 YEG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 73,549 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 73,449 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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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B497 YEG is a 1984 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 51,532 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 B497 YEG, 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 42 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B497 YEG registered?

B497 YEG is a 1984 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 September 1984.

Is B497 YEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B497 YEG shows 2 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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