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DGW 176T

1979 Rover Mini

Brown Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,533 mi
Last recorded47,533 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGW 176T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 47,533 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 2 Apr 2019 47,506 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 47,345 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 47,261 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 47,255 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,164 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 47,038 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 46,855 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 46,855 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 46,455 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 46,177 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 24,371 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 44,662 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 43,493 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 42,247 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 40,367 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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DGW 176T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Brown with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 DGW 176T, 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 47 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 DGW 176T registered?

DGW 176T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is DGW 176T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGW 176T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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