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TYV 24S

1977 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,131 mi
Last recorded52,131 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYV 24S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 52,131 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened radious arm bearings slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hazard warning lights flashing fast

Fail 24 Mar 2022 52,119 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam incorrectly wired up (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower lock nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end lock nut missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower lock nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end lock nut missing (2.1.3 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened radious arm bearings slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

hazard warning lights flashing fast

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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TYV 24S is a 1977 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,649 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYV 24S, 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 49 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TYV 24S registered?

TYV 24S is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 November 1977.

Is TYV 24S safe to buy?

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