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UFJ 283R

1977 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,264 mi
Last recorded56,264 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFJ 283R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 56,264 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 56,195 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 55,946 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 55,822 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 55,671 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 55,445 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 55,105 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 54,859 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 54,610 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 25,234 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,293 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 58,269 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 58,081 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 58,056 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 57,586 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 56,956 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 55,967 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 55,232 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 54,209 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 52,666 miles

front lower ball joint dust covers perished both sides

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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UFJ 283R is a 1977 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 UFJ 283R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UFJ 283R registered?

UFJ 283R is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 July 1977.

Is UFJ 283R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFJ 283R shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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