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CFN 781W

1980 Rover Mini

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,776 mi
Last recorded69,776 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFN 781W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 69,776 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 69,766 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 68,802 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 68,784 miles

corrosion evident on n/s outersill

fuel pipe corroded(o/s/r)

o.s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2016 68,741 miles

corrosion evident on n/s outersill

Pass 4 Nov 2015 68,592 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2015 68,592 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2014 68,530 miles

n/s outersill corroded/holed(not in prescribed area)

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2013 68,279 miles

n.s outersill corroded/holed(not in prescribed area)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 68,269 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

imbalance on front brakes

n/s outer sill corroded/holed but not in prescribed area

Pass 1 Nov 2012 67,745 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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CFN 781W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CFN 781W, 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 CFN 781W registered?

CFN 781W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is CFN 781W safe to buy?

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