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MJS 541J

1971 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,132 mi
Last recorded53,132 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJS 541J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 53,132 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 53,113 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,464 miles

both front wheels slightly stiff to turn

Fail 22 Jun 2015 52,457 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

both front wheels slightly stiff to turn

Pass 12 Aug 2013 52,135 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 51,836 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 51,577 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 51,577 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 51,177 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 50,418 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 50,418 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2008 50,313 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 50,121 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 48,681 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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MJS 541J is a 1971 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 MJS 541J, 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 MJS 541J registered?

MJS 541J is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 May 1971.

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