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LRP 11V

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,972 mi
Last recorded46,972 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRP 11V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 46,972 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 46,956 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 46,720 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 46,623 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 45,936 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 45,094 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 44,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 43,874 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 43,874 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 29 May 2012 42,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 39,730 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 39,730 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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LRP 11V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LRP 11V, 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 LRP 11V registered?

LRP 11V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 October 1979.

Is LRP 11V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRP 11V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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