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PWE 8R

1977 Rover Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,141 mi
Last recorded21,141 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWE 8R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 21,141 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 20,966 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 20,935 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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PWE 8R is a 1977 Rover Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,649 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 PWE 8R, 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 49 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 PWE 8R?

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What year was PWE 8R registered?

PWE 8R is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is PWE 8R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWE 8R shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PWE 8R have outstanding finance?

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