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BFO 727V

1980 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,682 mi
Last recorded59,682 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFO 727V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 59,682 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 59,682 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,908 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 58,615 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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BFO 727V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BFO 727V, 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 BFO 727V registered?

BFO 727V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is BFO 727V safe to buy?

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