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MRO 489P

1976 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

817 mi
Last recorded817 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRO 489P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 817 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 815 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 812 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 810 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 808 miles

brake padal has little reserve travel

Pass 5 Feb 2013 802 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 801 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 799 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 688 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 33 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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MRO 489P is a 1976 Rover Mini in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 MRO 489P, 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

How do I check the history of MRO 489P?

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What year was MRO 489P registered?

MRO 489P is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 January 1976.

Is MRO 489P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRO 489P shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRO 489P have outstanding finance?

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