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POT 973S

1978 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests5 (1 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate20%

Mileage

21,954 mi
Last recorded21,954 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOT 973S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 21,954 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2022 21,954 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 12 May 2022 21,941 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive CO 4.5 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 May 2022 21,941 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 May 2022 21,941 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering wheel likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

coolant loss

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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POT 973S is a 1978 Rover Mini in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 20%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 POT 973S, 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 48 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 POT 973S registered?

POT 973S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 January 1978.

Is POT 973S safe to buy?

The MOT history for POT 973S shows 5 tests with a 20% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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