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ARG 308V

1979 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,053 mi
Last recorded59,053 miles
Recorded on6 May 2006
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARG 308V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 May 2006 59,053 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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ARG 308V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ARG 308V, 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.

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What year was ARG 308V registered?

ARG 308V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 October 1979.

Is ARG 308V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARG 308V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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