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RTL 54W

1980 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

144,854 mi
Last recorded144,854 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTL 54W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 144,854 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 142,073 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 139,265 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 136,323 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 134,037 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 134,029 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 130,351 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 126,292 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 122,611 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 118,119 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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RTL 54W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 RTL 54W, 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 46 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 RTL 54W registered?

RTL 54W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is RTL 54W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTL 54W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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