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XKN 689J

1971 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Rover Mini52,680 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKN 689J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2013

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

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

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

Oil leak

body work poor

bumpers missing but not leaving sharp edges protruding

modified suspension

modified vehicle

roll cage fitted

temporary repair to nearside cv gaitor

wiper motor insecure

Pass 29 Apr 2013

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

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

Oil leak

body work poor

bumpers missing but not leaving sharp edges protruding

modified suspension

modified vehicle

roll cage fitted

temporary repair to nearside cv gaitor

wiper motor insecure

Fail 26 Apr 2013

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Speedometer not fitted (6.7.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

brake master cylinder area plate welded. if plate is structural its inadequately repaired?

front and rear marker lights only working with ignition on?

front grill missing and both bumpers front and rear missing body edges sharp and engine components protruding?

fuel pump runs constant when ignition is on? also fuel tank breather pipe exits over exhaust outlet area?

modified mini,modified suspension fitted,modified seats fitted ?

nearside rear park brake cable starting to fray and return springs all insecur and off?

roll cage fitted? rear subframe has 2 large strange looking mounts going through it?

vehicle has had extensive welding repairs over the years plates on top of plates etc? some repairs look inadequate,structual integrity suspect?

wiper motor insecure?

Pass 10 Apr 2013

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

Fail 10 Apr 2013

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012

Rear Exhaust hanger deteriorated

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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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XKN 689J is a 1971 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 52,680 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 XKN 689J, 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 55 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XKN 689J registered?

XKN 689J is a 1971 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 April 1971.

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