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K780 DVC

1992 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,782 mi
Last recorded77,782 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK780 DVC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 77,782 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 77,558 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front footwells (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Corroded near engine mounting

Fail 23 Aug 2024 77,542 miles

Emissions unable to be completed vehicle misfiring (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both footwells where they meet the bottom of the wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front corroded next to engine mounting

Pass 10 Nov 2009 71,155 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 71,148 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 69,318 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 69,315 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 64,957 miles

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

underbody corrosion. Corrosion to nearside outer sill and offside rear quarter penel

Pass 4 Jul 2006 60,247 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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K780 DVC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,446 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 K780 DVC, 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 34 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K780 DVC registered?

K780 DVC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 November 1992.

Is K780 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K780 DVC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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