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JHC 524J

1971 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,028 mi
Last recorded4,028 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHC 524J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2017 4,028 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 3,282 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 2,803 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 1,491 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 May 2013 867 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 537 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 37,944 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 7,375 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

adjustable rear anti-roll bar fitted

aftermarket exhaust system fitted

all front suspension components replaced with aftermarket type fully adjustable

both front tyres worn unevenly

both rear inner wings modified to accomadate rear coil over suspension

bulkhead modified to accomadate air filter

different fuel tank fitted,mounted on wood,secured with threaded bar,fully secure

extensive underbody underseal

front subframe solidly mounted to body,no bushes

full roll cage fitted,strenthning plates welded to both rear outer sills

original rear subframe removed,aftermarket type fitted with adjustable coil over suspension

slight movement in steering rack mountings

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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JHC 524J is a 1971 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 JHC 524J, 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 55 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JHC 524J registered?

JHC 524J is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 March 1971.

Is JHC 524J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHC 524J shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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