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KBD 651V

1979 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,398 mi
Last recorded57,398 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 651V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,398 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

earth strap broken

Fail 12 Jun 2023 57,398 miles

Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

earth strap broken

Pass 10 Feb 2021 57,115 miles

Handbrake very little reserve travel

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 56,974 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension pin and roller bearing has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 56,974 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose damaged fuel hose over exhaust severely deteriorated and possible risk of fire (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension pin and roller bearing has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 56,109 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels/tyres, wheel spacers fitted on rear wheels ()

Fail 18 Feb 2019 56,109 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels/tyres, wheel spacers fitted on rear wheels ()

Pass 17 Feb 2018 55,650 miles

both track rod ends rubber boots perished

both wipers slightly streaky

fuel rubber hose perished ( underneath )

Pass 25 Feb 2017 51,524 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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KBD 651V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBD 651V, 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 KBD 651V registered?

KBD 651V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is KBD 651V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBD 651V 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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