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XMA 485W

1980 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,644 mi
Last recorded26,644 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMA 485W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 26,644 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 26,638 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 26,628 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 26,620 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 26,618 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose BALL JOINT CAP (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 26,588 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 26,586 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 26,498 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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XMA 485W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 XMA 485W, 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 46 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 XMA 485W registered?

XMA 485W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is XMA 485W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMA 485W 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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