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RHV 892R

1977 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,000 mi
Last recorded99,000 miles
Recorded on23 May 2009
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHV 892R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2009 99,000 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 99,000 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 98,510 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 97,845 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 97,845 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Nearside Rear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

offside front outer sill corroded †nearsidr front inner wheel arch corroded

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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RHV 892R is a 1977 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RHV 892R, 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

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What year was RHV 892R registered?

RHV 892R is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is RHV 892R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHV 892R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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