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ROF 651Y

1982 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,512 mi
Last recorded20,512 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROF 651Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 20,512 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

front to rear tyres sizes different

Fail 10 Dec 2025 20,512 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

front to rear tyres sizes different

Pass 11 Dec 2024 20,462 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

front and rear tyres different sizes

Fail 10 Dec 2024 20,462 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

front and rear tyres different sizes

Pass 6 Dec 2023 20,444 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

mixed tyres front to rear

Pass 5 Dec 2022 20,255 miles

Nearside CV boot clip insecure

mixed sized tyres front to rear

Pass 13 Dec 2021 19,881 miles

mixed sized tyres front to rear

Pass 15 Dec 2020 19,295 miles

Front and rear tyres/ roadwheels different sizes.

Front tyres close to wheel arches/front valance on lock to lock check. No contact during test.

Nearside Front Upper and lower suspension ball joint rubber boots deteriorating.

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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ROF 651Y is a 1982 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ROF 651Y, 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

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What year was ROF 651Y registered?

ROF 651Y is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 November 1982.

Is ROF 651Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROF 651Y shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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