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E124 DTW

1987 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,506 mi
Last recorded41,506 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Rover Mini47,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE124 DTW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2019 41,506 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 41,483 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 41,483 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 41,336 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 41,207 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 40,409 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 39,418 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,567 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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E124 DTW is a 1987 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 47,600 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 E124 DTW, 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 39 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E124 DTW registered?

E124 DTW is a 1987 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 November 1987.

Is E124 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E124 DTW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E124 DTW have outstanding finance?

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