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DLF 168T

1978 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

84,969 mi
Last recorded84,969 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLF 168T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 84,969 miles

corrosion starting n/s/r inner arch and rear valance but not yet to excess

Pass 13 Aug 2016 99,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion above sub frame mounts (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion above sub frame mounts (6.1.B.2)

exhaust box very close to fuel tank

Fail 11 Apr 2015 99,283 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 97,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 96,576 miles

1/ slight play in o/s front bottom ball joint

Fail 31 Mar 2012 96,567 miles

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

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

1/ slight play in o/s front bottom ball joint

Pass 12 Jul 2010 95,760 miles

Rear tyres wearing low.

Pass 4 Aug 2009 93,794 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 93,784 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight play in n/s front bottom ball joint.

Pass 7 Aug 2008 91,622 miles

1. centre exhaust support bracket loose. 2. n/s outer sill starting to corrode. 3. rear number plate damaged.

Pass 11 Jul 2007 62,766 miles

corrossion to n/side sill front in non prescribed area. Most of sill is corroded to n/side but not considered excessive

fuel tank is showing evidence of corrossion but not leaking

Fail 11 Jul 2007 62,766 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrossion to n/side sill front in non prescribed area. Most of sill is corroded to n/side but not considered excessive

fuel tank is showing evidence of corrossion but not leaking

Pass 8 Aug 2006 525,696 miles

Oil leak

indicator switch now ok but suffering from corrossion

service braking is on the limit only

vehicle has been not used for some considerable time and all components want a bedding in period

Fail 31 Jul 2006 62,569 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

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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DLF 168T is a 1978 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DLF 168T, 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 DLF 168T registered?

DLF 168T is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 November 1978.

Is DLF 168T safe to buy?

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