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HWO 687N

1975 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,805 mi
Last recorded59,805 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 1975 Rover Mini52,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWO 687N
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 59,805 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2025 59,794 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability radius arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability radius arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

both front floors corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2024 59,325 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 58,663 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 57,785 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 12 May 2018 57,076 miles

all passenger seats removed at time of test

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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HWO 687N is a 1975 Rover Mini in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1975 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,652 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 HWO 687N, 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 51 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HWO 687N?

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What year was HWO 687N registered?

HWO 687N is a 1975 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 May 1975.

Is HWO 687N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWO 687N shows 6 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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