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NSX 165Y

1982 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,586 mi
Last recorded80,586 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSX 165Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 80,586 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

no rear seat fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2018 80,580 miles

Brake clevis joint insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

no rear seat fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2017 80,519 miles

brake pedal rubber deterioated

clutch pedal rubber missing

no rear seats fitted

Fail 16 Feb 2017 80,508 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked to cords (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking slightly

brake pedal rubber deterioated

clutch pedal rubber missing

no rear seats fitted

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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NSX 165Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 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 NSX 165Y, 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 44 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 NSX 165Y?

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What year was NSX 165Y registered?

NSX 165Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is NSX 165Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSX 165Y 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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