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VKM 772X

1982 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,124 mi
Last recorded26,124 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKM 772X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 26,124 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 26,120 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 25,951 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 25,951 miles

Brake performance not tested fuel leak (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Hazard warning switch faulty tail tail not working (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements tail tail not working (4.5.3 (a) (i))

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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VKM 772X is a 1982 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 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 VKM 772X, 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 44 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 VKM 772X registered?

VKM 772X is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is VKM 772X safe to buy?

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