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AMR 733V

1979 Rover Mini

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,416 mi
Last recorded82,416 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMR 733V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 82,416 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 81,966 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 81,768 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 81,768 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering system excessively rough tight to turn (2.1.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 61,961 miles

front suspension kuckle joint rubbers degrading

slight play in brgs

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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AMR 733V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 AMR 733V, 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 47 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 AMR 733V registered?

AMR 733V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is AMR 733V safe to buy?

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