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EEA 529T

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

23,104 mi
Last recorded23,104 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEA 529T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 23,104 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front+rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 22,872 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 22,498 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 21,959 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 21,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 21,203 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 21,196 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,250 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 19,085 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 18,158 miles

slight play found in nearside front Tie rod end/ steering rack

Pass 4 May 2010 17,236 miles

slight play found in nearside front Tie rod end/ steering rack

Pass 5 May 2009 16,546 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 16,514 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,863 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 13,194 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 10,699 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 10,669 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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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EEA 529T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EEA 529T, 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

How do I check the history of EEA 529T?

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What year was EEA 529T registered?

EEA 529T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is EEA 529T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEA 529T shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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