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BCF 743T

1979 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

69,892 mi
Last recorded69,892 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCF 743T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Dec 2025 69,892 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure front mounting has excess play (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear swinging arm bush has slight play

Nearside wing mirror missing

engine upper stabilizer broken

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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BCF 743T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 BCF 743T, 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

How do I check the history of BCF 743T?

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What year was BCF 743T registered?

BCF 743T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is BCF 743T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCF 743T shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCF 743T have outstanding finance?

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