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MBX 138P

1976 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

43,611 mi
Last recorded43,611 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBX 138P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 43,611 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 43,611 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 43,403 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 43,075 miles

Nearside sun visor missing at time of test

Offside Front sun visor missing at time of test

Fail 31 Jan 2018 43,073 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside sun visor missing at time of test

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

Offside Front sun visor missing at time of test

Nearside Rear wheel spacer loose

Pass 18 Jan 2017 42,397 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak suspect rear main ()

headlamp covers missing...sharp edges

indicator stalk intermitant on right signal

Nearside Rear Inner wheel spacer loose

Fail 4 Jan 2017 42,366 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak suspect rear main ()

headlamp covers missing...sharp edges

indicator stalk intermitant on right signal

Nearside Rear Inner wheel spacer loose

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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MBX 138P is a 1976 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MBX 138P, 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 MBX 138P registered?

MBX 138P is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 June 1976.

Is MBX 138P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBX 138P 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.

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