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SRN 635T

1979 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,788 mi
Last recorded1,788 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2017
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRN 635T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2017 1,788 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres cracking slightly on side wall

floor area corroded slightly in places

inner wing area slightly corroded in places

rear pannle corroded in places

Fail 29 Sep 2016 1,751 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres cracked slightly

floor holed

Pass 24 Jul 2015 98,711 miles

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 24 Jul 2014 94,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 92,811 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 83,558 miles

floor slightly corroded in places

oil leak from engine

water leak from engine

Pass 18 Jun 2011 76,273 miles

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 16 Sep 2009 92,599 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

hazzards flashing slowly but still in limits

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 16 Sep 2009 92,599 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

hazzards flashing slowly but still in limits

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 7 Oct 2008 55,617 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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SRN 635T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 SRN 635T, 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 47 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SRN 635T?

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What year was SRN 635T registered?

SRN 635T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 July 1979.

Is SRN 635T safe to buy?

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