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NBX 86Y

1983 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,262 mi
Last recorded77,262 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2014
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBX 86Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2014 77,262 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 77,258 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 37,194 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 10 Oct 2013 37,194 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering system lock to lock check stretches a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

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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NBX 86Y is a 1983 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,190 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 NBX 86Y, 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 43 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NBX 86Y?

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What year was NBX 86Y registered?

NBX 86Y is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is NBX 86Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBX 86Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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