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MPB 761P

1976 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,004 mi
Last recorded1,004 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPB 761P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 1,004 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 233 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 83,994 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing - ALL tyres cracked and perished on side walls - tyres 22yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 May 2022 83,951 miles

Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt - Both outer gaiters insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted - Twisted and rubbing on driveshaft gaiter (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel - Little or no effort at wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing - ALL tyres cracked and perished on side walls - tyres 22yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 83,362 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 83,359 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

All position lamps not working when headlights switched on (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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MPB 761P is a 1976 Rover Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MPB 761P, 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 MPB 761P registered?

MPB 761P is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 March 1976.

Is MPB 761P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPB 761P shows 6 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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