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NJN 525V

1980 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

60,478 mi
Last recorded60,478 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJN 525V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 60,478 miles

Front Corrosion in seams of both front floorpans, not yet excessive, and evidence of plastic filler in previous repairs.

Nearside Front Suspension spring knuckle gaiter deteriorated

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring knuckle gaiter deteriorated

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Fail 16 Dec 2019 60,474 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect colours for post 1978 vehicle (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrect colours for post 1978 vehicle (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Corrosion in seams of both front floorpans, not yet excessive, and evidence of plastic filler in previous repairs.

Nearside Front Suspension spring knuckle gaiter deteriorated

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perished and leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring knuckle gaiter deteriorated

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 ()

Pass 12 Dec 2018 57,809 miles

Offside Front rack end has slight play

Fail 12 Dec 2018 57,801 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front rack end has slight play

Pass 22 Dec 2017 56,302 miles

all road wheels sit slightly outside wheel arches

Fail 18 Dec 2017 56,302 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all road wheels sit slightly outside wheel arches

Pass 13 Dec 2016 50,158 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 43,059 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 43,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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NJN 525V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 NJN 525V, 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 NJN 525V registered?

NJN 525V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is NJN 525V safe to buy?

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