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M878 HVV

1995 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,972 mi
Last recorded73,972 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2008
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM878 HVV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2008 73,972 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 73,972 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 4 Jun 2008 73,972 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 70,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 May 2006 67,721 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 May 2006 67,721 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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M878 HVV is a 1995 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M878 HVV, 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 31 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M878 HVV registered?

M878 HVV is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 June 1995.

Is M878 HVV safe to buy?

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