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MNP 933T

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

71,968 mi
Last recorded71,968 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNP 933T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 71,968 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 77,538 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 77,516 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 71,678 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 75,746 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 73,023 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 71,170 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 70,881 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 70,089 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 69,626 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 26 Apr 2011 69,626 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 68,871 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 68,631 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 68,445 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 68,268 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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MNP 933T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MNP 933T, 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 MNP 933T registered?

MNP 933T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 June 1979.

Is MNP 933T safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNP 933T shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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