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PHJ 170K

1972 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,217 mi
Last recorded58,217 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 170K
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 58,217 miles

o/s floor corroded

slight wear in steering rack on nearside

Pass 23 Dec 2014 58,084 miles

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Dec 2014 58,082 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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PHJ 170K is a 1972 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PHJ 170K, 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 PHJ 170K registered?

PHJ 170K is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is PHJ 170K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 170K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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