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VAN 162S

1978 Rover Mini

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,395 mi
Last recorded47,395 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAN 162S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 47,395 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 47,285 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 46,602 miles

Front Oil leak

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 46,152 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 44,216 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 42,751 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 41,224 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 38,565 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

vehicle underbody shows signs of general surface corrosion to front and rear subframes and suspension componants

Pass 22 Oct 2008 35,204 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 32,637 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 32,637 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 32,523 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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VAN 162S is a 1978 Rover Mini in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VAN 162S, 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 VAN 162S registered?

VAN 162S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 June 1978.

Is VAN 162S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAN 162S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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