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EEK 472V

1979 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,947 mi
Last recorded54,947 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEK 472V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 54,947 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 54,708 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 54,257 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 54,095 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 53,998 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 53,487 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 52,820 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 50,480 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 47,608 miles

both front brake flexible hoses close to front tie rods

Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,376 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 45,788 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 45,248 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front brake hose slightly long at fittings

Fail 12 Jun 2013 45,246 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front brake hose slightly long at fittings

Pass 8 Jun 2012 44,837 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 44,144 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 44,142 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front road wheels pretrude from body.

Pass 4 Jun 2010 42,876 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 42,876 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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EEK 472V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EEK 472V, 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 EEK 472V registered?

EEK 472V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EEK 472V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEK 472V shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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