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MAL 749K

1972 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,268 mi
Last recorded65,268 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAL 749K
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 65,268 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

lower suspension arm bushes etc showing deterioration

slight corrosion showing in places,has had exstensive welding/modification+undersealed

Fail 1 May 2018 65,268 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded various places (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

lower suspension arm bushes etc showing deterioration

slight corrosion showing in places,has had exstensive welding/modification+undersealed

Pass 9 May 2017 65,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 65,099 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 64,924 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 6 Mar 2014 64,789 miles

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

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 28 Mar 2013 64,204 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 63,429 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 62,539 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 61,540 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 60,051 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 60,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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MAL 749K is a 1972 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 53,299 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 MAL 749K, 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 54 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 MAL 749K registered?

MAL 749K is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 April 1972.

Is MAL 749K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAL 749K shows 12 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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