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XJO 228R

1976 Rover Mini

Brown Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,617 mi
Last recorded38,617 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2012
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJO 228R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2012 38,617 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 38,617 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,516 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 38,516 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside front sill corroded

Offside front sill corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2009 37,677 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 36,769 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 36,082 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 34,565 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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XJO 228R is a 1976 Rover Mini in Brown with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 52,452 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 XJO 228R, 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 50 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 XJO 228R registered?

XJO 228R is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 October 1976.

Is XJO 228R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJO 228R shows 8 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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