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SJE 40G

1971 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,592 mi
Last recorded13,592 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJE 40G
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 May 2017 13,592 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 13,263 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 11,025 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 9,032 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 5,990 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 4,377 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2012 43,779 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 May 2011 1,949 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 53 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 May 2009 99,278 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 96,690 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 94,538 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 92,691 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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SJE 40G is a 1971 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 SJE 40G, 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 55 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 SJE 40G registered?

SJE 40G is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1971.

Is SJE 40G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJE 40G shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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