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USM 537H

1970 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,657 mi
Last recorded29,657 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSM 537H
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 29,657 miles

Nearside floor section holed outwith prescribed area

Nearside outer sill holed outwith prescribed area

Offside outer sill holed outwith prescribed area

Fail 18 Oct 2016 29,656 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside floor section holed outwith prescribed area

Nearside outer sill holed outwith prescribed area

Offside outer sill holed outwith prescribed area

Pass 23 Sep 2015 29,650 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front tyres protruding past wheel arches

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 29,650 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front tyres protruding past wheel arches

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 29,419 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,071 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,947 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 26,939 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 26,211 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 20,261 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 19,302 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 19,302 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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USM 537H is a 1970 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 USM 537H, 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 USM 537H registered?

USM 537H is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 July 1970.

Is USM 537H safe to buy?

The MOT history for USM 537H shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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