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BKN 237T

1978 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,705 mi
Last recorded22,705 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKN 237T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 22,705 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 22,213 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 21,401 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 21,391 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BKN 237T is a 1978 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BKN 237T, 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.

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What year was BKN 237T registered?

BKN 237T is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 November 1978.

Is BKN 237T safe to buy?

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