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WOL 862J

1970 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,923 mi
Last recorded17,923 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOL 862J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,923 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 17,516 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 17,515 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 17,048 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 16,304 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 15,683 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,618 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,278 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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WOL 862J is a 1970 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 WOL 862J, 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 WOL 862J registered?

WOL 862J is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 December 1970.

Is WOL 862J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOL 862J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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