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DEC 382S

1978 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

2,159 mi
Last recorded2,159 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEC 382S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 2,159 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 2,152 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 2,152 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 2,098 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 2,098 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 1,150 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 1,150 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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DEC 382S is a 1978 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DEC 382S, 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

How do I check the history of DEC 382S?

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What year was DEC 382S registered?

DEC 382S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is DEC 382S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEC 382S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DEC 382S have outstanding finance?

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