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KEA 851V

1979 Rover Mini

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,514 mi
Last recorded22,514 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEA 851V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 22,514 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 22,514 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

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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KEA 851V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KEA 851V, 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 KEA 851V?

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What year was KEA 851V registered?

KEA 851V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 October 1979.

Is KEA 851V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEA 851V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEA 851V have outstanding finance?

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