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CVP 687V

1979 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,042 mi
Last recorded52,042 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVP 687V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 52,042 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 51,995 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer 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 Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,493 miles

Both front headlight patterns poor condition

Both front tyres slightly perished

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside front door step, at front slightly corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2013 51,493 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both front headlight patterns poor condition

Both front tyres slightly perished

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside front door step, at front slightly corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2011 50,119 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 50,108 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 50,003 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008

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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CVP 687V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CVP 687V, 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

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What year was CVP 687V registered?

CVP 687V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is CVP 687V safe to buy?

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