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LJM 531K

1971 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,592 mi
Last recorded48,592 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJM 531K
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 48,592 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 46,961 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 46,598 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 45,957 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 45,749 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 45,546 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 44,715 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 42,999 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 41,170 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 40,461 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres side walls perished

Pass 4 May 2007 39,842 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 39,842 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 39,312 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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LJM 531K is a 1971 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJM 531K, 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 LJM 531K registered?

LJM 531K is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is LJM 531K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJM 531K shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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