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MCD 236W

1981 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,670 mi
Last recorded62,670 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCD 236W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 62,670 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 58,841 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 57,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rubber fuel hose has cracked slightly at fuel filter connection

Pass 28 Feb 2020 57,613 miles

Engine, steering and suspension have been modified

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 57,130 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 56,108 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 55,556 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 54,517 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 62,867 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 51,095 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 49,644 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 49,613 miles

under body corrosion

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2007 49,613 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under body corrosion

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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MCD 236W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MCD 236W, 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 45 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 MCD 236W registered?

MCD 236W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is MCD 236W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCD 236W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MCD 236W have outstanding finance?

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