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KKW 256P

1976 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,764 mi
Last recorded38,764 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKW 256P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 38,764 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 38,048 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 38,046 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings steering rack (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Track rod end loose lock nut (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end loose lock nut (2.2.B.1d)

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

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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KKW 256P is a 1976 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 52,452 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 KKW 256P, 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 50 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 KKW 256P registered?

KKW 256P is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is KKW 256P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKW 256P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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