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KSF 958T

1979 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,404 mi
Last recorded80,404 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSF 958T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 80,404 miles

Both front suspension knuckle joints worn

Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported underbody mountings untidy (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Many loose wires badly insulated under bonnet (4.11 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint with manifold (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear bonded spring starting to separate

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both rear shock absorbers have reduced damping effect

front subframe top tower bushes worn

Fail 31 May 2019 80,404 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing Drivers door mirror (3.3 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel tank (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire leaking at feed to front (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front to rear battery cable loose and insecure

Metal brake pipes very untidy under vehicle

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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KSF 958T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,000cc 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 KSF 958T, 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 KSF 958T registered?

KSF 958T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 February 1979.

Is KSF 958T safe to buy?

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