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BGP 189S

1978 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,836 mi
Last recorded54,836 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGP 189S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 54,836 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 54,833 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer and Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 54,339 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2024 54,333 miles

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

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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BGP 189S is a 1978 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 BGP 189S, 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 48 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 BGP 189S registered?

BGP 189S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 March 1978.

Is BGP 189S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGP 189S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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