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B801 XYR

1985 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,553 mi
Last recorded63,553 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB801 XYR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2024 63,553 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 63,549 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 8 Sep 2021 63,404 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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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B801 XYR is a 1985 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,678 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 B801 XYR, 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 41 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 B801 XYR registered?

B801 XYR is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 March 1985.

Is B801 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B801 XYR shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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