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B81 REL

1984 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,514 mi
Last recorded77,514 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Rover Mini51,532 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB81 REL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2021 77,514 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 77,512 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 77,305 miles

Headlamp beam deflectors fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 77,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 76,189 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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B81 REL is a 1984 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 B81 REL, 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 B81 REL registered?

B81 REL is a 1984 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 November 1984.

Is B81 REL safe to buy?

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