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GVW 410Y

1982 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,760 mi
Last recorded27,760 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVW 410Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 27,760 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 27,760 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 27,760 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 27,760 miles

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Front and rear held on by cable ties (0.1 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 27,760 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed Needs to be secured (0.2 (a))

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Front and rear held on by cable ties (0.1 (a))

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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GVW 410Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 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 GVW 410Y, 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 44 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 GVW 410Y registered?

GVW 410Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 November 1982.

Is GVW 410Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVW 410Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVW 410Y have outstanding finance?

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