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DNT 308T

1985 Rover Mini

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,873 mi
Last recorded6,873 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNT 308T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 6,873 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 6,867 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By Rear Subframe Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive By Rear Subframe Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 6,002 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 5,780 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2020 5,778 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 3,966 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 6,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 5,246 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 4,185 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 4,185 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid missing screen (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2015 3,993 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 3,426 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 104 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 44,281 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,536 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 43,282 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 42,898 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 41,707 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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DNT 308T is a 1985 Rover Mini in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DNT 308T, 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 DNT 308T registered?

DNT 308T is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is DNT 308T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNT 308T shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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