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YYD 242H

1970 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,720 mi
Last recorded92,720 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Rover Mini48,461 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYD 242H
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 92,720 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 92,720 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 92,385 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 92,149 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 91,948 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 91,948 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 91,859 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 91,858 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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YYD 242H is a 1970 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YYD 242H, 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 YYD 242H registered?

YYD 242H is a 1970 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 April 1970.

Is YYD 242H safe to buy?

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