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TAB 739Y

1983 Rover Mini

Cream Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,221 mi
Last recorded20,221 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1983 Rover Mini51,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAB 739Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 20,221 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to various areas under vehicle

Pass 24 Jan 2019 20,012 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch insurer

Fail 24 Jan 2019 20,012 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front wheel arch insurer

Pass 2 Nov 2017 18,983 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 17,077 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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TAB 739Y is a 1983 Rover Mini in Cream with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 51,190 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 TAB 739Y, 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 43 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 TAB 739Y registered?

TAB 739Y is a 1983 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1983.

Is TAB 739Y safe to buy?

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