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OYA 787L

1972 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

74,793 mi
Last recorded74,793 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYA 787L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 74,793 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2021 74,535 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2021 74,523 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 73,796 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 73,494 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Steering locking device ineffective nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged touching on steering boot (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory indirect vision device missing sun visor (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted pin insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 96,708 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 96,368 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine stabaliser bolt insecure( front lower engine area)

exhaust may be slightly louder than standard as it appears to be a non standard system

indicator tell tale lights difficult to see from drivers seat

little foward and aft movement on drivers seat - unsure if this is by design or if there is a fault

nearside front flexi brake hose rubbing on suspension component

Fail 7 Aug 2013 96,316 miles

Electrical wiring deteriorated, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

engine stabaliser bolt insecure( front lower engine area)

exhaust may be slightly louder than standard as it appears to be a non standard system

indicator tell tale lights difficult to see from drivers seat

little foward and aft movement on drivers seat - unsure if this is by design or if there is a fault

nearside front flexi brake hose rubbing on suspension component

Pass 28 Jul 2010 96,301 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 96,301 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 96,234 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 96,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 94,760 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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OYA 787L is a 1972 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 OYA 787L, 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 OYA 787L registered?

OYA 787L is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 December 1972.

Is OYA 787L safe to buy?

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