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MNG 462V

1980 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,569 mi
Last recorded12,569 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNG 462V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 12,569 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 12,801 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2014 11,130 miles

Both offside and nearside rear tyres cracking in tread

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 10,960 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 9,505 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 9,278 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 9,277 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 8,561 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,263 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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MNG 462V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 MNG 462V, 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 46 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 MNG 462V registered?

MNG 462V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 June 1980.

Is MNG 462V safe to buy?

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