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EFK 596T

1979 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,315 mi
Last recorded52,315 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFK 596T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2024 52,315 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 52,307 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 52,249 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 52,249 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 52,234 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 52,082 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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EFK 596T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EFK 596T, 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 EFK 596T?

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What year was EFK 596T registered?

EFK 596T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 March 1979.

Is EFK 596T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFK 596T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EFK 596T have outstanding finance?

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