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RKK 440W

1981 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,618 mi
Last recorded38,618 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2015
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKK 440W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,618 miles

corrosion on sills

Pass 2 Oct 2013 38,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 38,355 miles

colour of n/s/f indicator

n/s inner and outer track control arm

o/s/f indicator fading

Fail 6 May 2011 38,355 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

colour of n/s/f indicator

n/s inner and outer track control arm

o/s/f indicator fading

Pass 31 Mar 2010 37,854 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear hand brake linkage /cable clevisat brake drums pins seaized . free off and oil to make free

Fail 31 Mar 2010 37,854 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

rear hand brake linkage /cable clevisat brake drums pins seaized . free off and oil to make free

Pass 10 May 2007 36,960 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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RKK 440W is a 1981 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RKK 440W, 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.

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What year was RKK 440W registered?

RKK 440W is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 May 1981.

Is RKK 440W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKK 440W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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