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TVJ 535J

1970 Rover Mini

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,670 mi
Last recorded68,670 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVJ 535J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 68,670 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear slight play at road wheel

rear subframe undersealed

slight corrosion to underside components

slight play detected at front road wheels (top and bottom)

Pass 10 Jul 2025 68,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 67,005 miles

slight play detected at front wheels

Fail 25 Jun 2024 66,999 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight play detected at front wheels

Pass 29 Jun 2023 66,355 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 65,182 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 64,936 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 64,620 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 64,309 miles

n/s/r brake slightley binding

Pass 19 Aug 2013 64,020 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 63,815 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 63,477 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 63,085 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 62,613 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 62,376 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 62,091 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 61,665 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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TVJ 535J is a 1970 Rover Mini in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1970 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 48,461 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 TVJ 535J, 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 56 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 TVJ 535J registered?

TVJ 535J is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 December 1970.

Is TVJ 535J safe to buy?

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