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H185 LVX

1991 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

35,251 mi
Last recorded35,251 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH185 LVX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2012 35,251 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 35,251 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 35,234 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,295 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,160 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 31,722 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 31,722 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 29,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to Crack-Up

Fail 3 Jun 2008 29,576 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to Crack-Up

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 28,351 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 28,351 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 May 2006 26,638 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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H185 LVX is a 1991 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 H185 LVX, 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 35 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H185 LVX registered?

H185 LVX is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 January 1991.

Is H185 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H185 LVX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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