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VKA 305H

1970 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,033 mi
Last recorded94,033 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2016
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKA 305H
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2016 94,033 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2016 94,033 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 93,799 miles

MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS/RACK.WHEEL BEARINGS-MINOR PLAY N/S/F+N/S/R-PLAY O/S/R.SERVICE BRAKES PERFORMANCE POOR.

Fail 2 Feb 2015 93,799 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS/RACK.WHEEL BEARINGS-MINOR PLAY N/S/F+N/S/R-PLAY O/S/R.SERVICE BRAKES PERFORMANCE POOR.

Pass 6 Feb 2014 93,437 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 93,435 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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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VKA 305H is a 1970 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VKA 305H, 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.

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What year was VKA 305H registered?

VKA 305H is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 March 1970.

Is VKA 305H safe to buy?

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