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LMG 801P

1976 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,359 mi
Last recorded5,359 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMG 801P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 May 2015 5,359 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2015 5,359 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 47,524 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 47,522 miles

Nearside Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 May 2005 45,041 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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LMG 801P is a 1976 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LMG 801P, 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 LMG 801P registered?

LMG 801P is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 March 1976.

Is LMG 801P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMG 801P shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LMG 801P have outstanding finance?

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