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DLJ 203T

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

45,681 mi
Last recorded45,681 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLJ 203T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 45,681 miles

Front arb bushes perished

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

both rear tyres deteriorated

Fail 15 Oct 2018 45,681 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front arb bushes perished

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

both rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 20 Oct 2017 43,738 miles

front registration plate damaged and rear faded

Fail 20 Oct 2017 43,738 miles

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

front registration plate damaged and rear faded

Pass 18 Oct 2016 41,797 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front number plate damaged

slight oil leak

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 6 Oct 2015 38,740 miles

Front number plate damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fuel tank cap seal deteriated

Fail 1 Oct 2015 38,740 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Front number plate damaged

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fuel tank cap seal deteriated

Pass 15 Oct 2014 37,684 miles

Oil leak

some corrosion to front pannel

Fail 13 Oct 2014 37,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

drivers window faulty

o/s and n/s/f tyres deteriated

some corrosion to front pannel

Pass 7 Mar 2013 36,618 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Mar 2013 36,618 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2012 35,732 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 35,732 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,675 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 35,675 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2009 35,395 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 35,395 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 35,292 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 35,291 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

brake discs surface rusty

Pass 28 Jul 2006 35,260 miles

n/s/f fuel getting rusty

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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DLJ 203T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 DLJ 203T, 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 47 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DLJ 203T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 June 1979.

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