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UJR 231T

1978 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,809 mi
Last recorded88,809 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJR 231T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 88,809 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 88,809 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 88,809 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 88,809 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 88,809 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 88,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 88,761 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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UJR 231T is a 1978 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 UJR 231T, 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 48 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 UJR 231T registered?

UJR 231T is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is UJR 231T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UJR 231T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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