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LUE 592V

1980 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,211 mi
Last recorded65,211 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUE 592V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 65,211 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Reverse lights inop

Slight corrosion to both rear upper shock absorber prescribed areas

slight free play from steering column(lower bush)

Fail 25 Nov 2019 65,205 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Reverse lights inop

Slight corrosion to both rear upper shock absorber prescribed areas

Pass 20 Nov 2018 65,183 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel pipe flattened/damaged slightly

Fail 16 Nov 2018 65,177 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel pipe flattened/damaged slightly

Pass 18 Nov 2017 65,117 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres misshaped

rear subframe bent on rear section

underside fuel pipe flattened/damaged slightly at front

Pass 28 Nov 2016 64,915 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear subframe bent at back

Fail 23 Nov 2016 64,915 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking NSF wheel cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake starting to bind

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear subframe bent at back

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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LUE 592V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 LUE 592V, 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 46 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 LUE 592V registered?

LUE 592V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 February 1980.

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